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NASP to assist in oil spill recovery efforts ... Naval Air Station Pensacola has been tasked to provideport services in support of the U.S. Coast Guard and contracted oil recovery services that have commenced containment andcleanup of the Deepwater Horizon incident in the Gulf of Mexico. Personnel onboard the naval air station may notice increased levelsof activity at the port. For information regarding NAS Pensacola support, call NASP Public Affairs, 452-3100, ext. 1534. For furtherinformation regarding recovery/response, contact the Deepwater Horizon information center at (985) 902-5231.Vol. 74, No. 17 VISIT GOSPORT ONLINE: www.gosportpensacola.comApril 30, 2010Military Appreciation Month kicks offwith ‘Burger Burn’ tonight at O’ClubBy Mike O’ConnorGosport Associate EditorFew things signal the start of thesummer season better than barbecueon the patio and flying theAmerican flag.In honor of May,Military AppreciationMonth, Pen Air FederalCredit Union is sponsoringa “Burger Burn”tonight (April 30) from 4-6p.m. on the patio at the Mustin BeachOfficers’ Club onboard NASPensacola.“Pen Air Federal Credit Union ishonored to be able to kick-off MilitaryAppreciationMonth withthis event,”said PattyVeal, Pen Airvice presidentof marketing.“We havealways supportedour militarymen andwomen, andevery day (we)appreciatetheir efforts inprotecting ourfreedom. Pen Air Federal CreditUnion proudly supports our troops.”The Burger Burn will take place onthe back lawn/patio at the officers’club and will include free food, specialtyRed Bull energy drinks,beach music and outdoorgames.“The Burger Burnkickoff is our way ofgiving back and saying‘thank you,’” said MollyJudge, event marketing specialistat Mustin Beach Officers’ Club.“To celebrate we’ll have free food,music and outdoor games. It’s a nicetime of the year for everyone to beoutside, and for us to celebrate thehard work theydo all yeararound.”During themonth of May,veterans willbe recognizedExclusive parking for veterans at MustinBeach Officers’ Club is one of the ways servicemembers are being honored during May,Military Appreciation Month.with specialparking privilegesat theofficers’ club.The commandingofficers andexecutive officersparkingspace signswill be covered with signs indicatingveteran parking only. “With the exceptionof two parking spots, all XO andCO signs will be covered. For themonth of May, we want to recognizeall veterans,” Judge added.Air Force four-star general tours NAS Pensacola’s new CSO trainingfacilities ... Gen. Stephen R. Lorenz, commander, Air Education andTraining Command (Randolph Air Force Base, Texas) toured Air Force trainingfacilities onboard Naval Air Station April 27. “We’re starting our first groupof students next week,” said Col. Travis Willis, 479th Flying Training Groupcommanding officer. “This is our first class of CSOs, combat system officers;our version of the Navy’s NFO (naval flight officer). A lot of work’s been goingon to get the facilities, the planes and the instructors ready; next week we start.And we are ready.” (Above) Gen. Lorenz is greeted at Forrest Sherman Fieldby Naval Air Station Pensacola Commanding Officer Capt. ChristopherPlummer (right) and Commander, 12th Flying Training Wing, Col. RichardMurphy. Photo by Mike O’ConnorAviation centennial recognized by Florida LegislatureBy Anne ThrowerGosport Staff WriterThe Centennial of Naval Aviation(CONA) officially takes place nationwidein 2011, but plans are already underway at Naval Air Station Pensacola andother Florida basis.“Florida, with its large military footprint,is very supportive of the militaryinstallations, dependents and retirees,”said Cmdr. Tom Kennedy, who is servingas the action officer in the Navy’sSoutheast region, which includes basesin Texas, Mississippi, Louisiana andFlorida. In addition to NASP, bases inJacksonville, Key West and Naval AirStation Whiting Field in Milton are participatingin the celebration.On April 21 the Florida Senate andHouse passed resolutions recognizing2011 as the “Centennial Year of U.S.Naval Aviation.” Kennedy was inTallahassee for the signing of the resolutionsthat recognizes the contributionsthat the Florida bases made to naval aviation.“These resolutions are an example oftheir proclamation of support for the military,”Kennedy said.As part of the resolution, naval aviatorswho made history are mentioned,including Marine Lt. Col. John H. GlennJr., the first American to orbit the earth,and naval aviator Neil Armstrong, thefirst American to set foot on the surfaceof the moon.It also recognizes that in 1914 theSee CONA on page 2Earth Day: Navy tests biofuel-powered‘Green Hornet’; NASP cleanup a success;Navy Exchange hosts activitiesFrom Liz WrightNavy Office of InformationWASHINGTON (NNS) –The Navy celebrated EarthDay April 22 by showcasing a flight test of the “GreenHornet,” an F/A-18 Super Hornet multirole fighter jetpowered by a biofuel blend.The test, conducted at NavalAir Station Patuxent River,Md., drew hundreds of onlookers,including Secretary of theNavy Ray Mabus, who hasmade the exploration and adoptionof alternative fuels a priorityfor the Navy and MarineCorps.Mabus observed the flightand tracked its data from a projectengineering station at the airstation’s Atlantic Test Range.After the jet landed, he met thepilot, Lt. Cmdr. Tom Weaver, ofBillerica, Mass.“The alternative fuels test programis a significant milestone inthe certification and ultimateoperational use of biofuels by theVolunteers from Naval Aerospace MedicalInstitute (NAMI) scour the beach onboardNASP at Magazine Point April 22 as part oflocal Earth Day efforts. Photo by Brittney HeadNavy and Marine Corps,”said Mabus. “It’s important toemphasize, especially on Earth Day, the Navy’s commitmentto reducing dependence on foreign oil as well assafeguarding our environment. Our Navy, alongsideindustry, the other services and federal agency partners,will continue to be an early adopter of alternative energysources.”The Green Hornet runs on a50/50 blend of conventional jetfuel and a biofuel that comesfrom camelina, a hardy U.S.-grown plant that can thrive evenin difficult soil.The Defense Energy SupportCenter, which oversees procurementof biofuel for the Navy,recently awarded a $2.7 millioncontract to Sustainable Oils ofSeattle and Bozeman, Mont., for40,000 gallons of camelinabasedfuel. The Navy’s ultimategoal is to develop protocols tocertify alternative fuels for use inits aircraft and ships.“The aircraft flew exactly asSee Earth Day on page 2Funk meets Blues ... Professional golfer FredFunk was at Naval Air Station Pensacola April 26 togive a few golf pointers to members of the BlueAngels team. Funk participates in the PGA-sponsoredBirdies for the Brave program. As part of theprogram, a group of professional golfers helps raisefunds during tournaments for military home-frontgroups. Funk was at NASP, in part, to bring awarenessto the program. While onboard the station, Funkalso flew with the Blues. The Blue Angels recentlyannounced a new commanding officer for the 2011and 2012 teams, Cmdr. David E. Koss, who will jointhe Blues in September. Photo by Anne ThrowerPublished by the Ballinger Publishing, a private firm in no way connected with the Department of the Navy. Opinions contained herein are not official expressions of the Department of the Navy nor do the advertisements constituteDepartment of the Navy or NAS Pensacola endorsement of products or services advertised.

April 30, 2010GOSPORTCOMMENTARYPAGE3‘Zach wanted to be a Navy flier like his dad’By James L. AgnewOn Monday, April 12, myniece, Sarah, received a callthat all military spouses andfamily members dread.Her beloved husband, Ens.Zachary Eckhart, was missingas a result of a Navy planecrash in the mountains ofnorthern Georgia.Navy officials told Sarahabout 9:30 that night thatZach’s plane had crashed inrugged terrain.She learned thatthree servicemenwere confirmeddead and one wasmissing.As familymembers receivedthe news, weprayed ferventlyand searched theInternet for anyinformation aboutthe crash, all of usholding onto theremote chancethat Zach, somehow,had survived the crash.Unfortunately, we learnedthe next day that all four aviatorshad perished in the T-39aircraft based at Naval AirStation Pensacola.Sarah, married for a scant18 months to the love of herlife, was devastated by thenews.Zach was an ensign in theUnited States Navy and hewas nearing the end of hisnaval flight officer training atPensacola.Ens. Zachary EckhartFrom the time he was a littleboy, Zach wanted to be aNavy flier like his dad, Brad,a retired navy commander.Zach knew what he wantedin life and pursued it aggressively.After high school, Zachenrolled at Virginia Techwhere he majored in aerospaceengineering andmarched with the Highty-Tighties, the regimental bandof the Corps of Cadets atVirginia Tech.He excelled inhis studies and asa leader in thecorps. He also meta fine young ladynamed Sarah,whom he latermarried in a beautifulceremony atthe War MemorialChapel along thedrill field at Tech.On that gorgeoussouthwestVirginia fallSaturday, I hadthe pleasure of witnessing theunion of two very fine youngpeople in a simple, yet majesticmilitary wedding.I was struck by the camaraderieof their friends, thosewho had endured the rigors ofthe cadet corps.They proudly wore theiruniforms, some still in theuncomfortable looking cadetdress blues and others, recentlygraduated, in the uniformsof all of our armed services.I was struck, too, by thememorial to the seven VATech graduates who had wonthe Medal of Honor, an enormousnumber from oneschool.There was no doubt in mymind that Zach would upholdthe honor of the Corps ofCadets and the names ofthose seven men on the wallof the chapel.On Friday (April 16), wegathered with Sarah again,this time at the base chapel inPensacola to say goodbye toZach and the other three menwho perished on the T-39.Family members andfriends from around the country;Navy, Marine and AirForce aviators; and all themembers of Zach’s squadrongathered to honor the memoriesof these fine men and togive solace to one another.Retired Navy Lt. Cmdr.Charles McDaniel, MarineCapt. Jason Paynter andMarine Lt. Shawn Nice alsogave their lives in the accident.Navy and Marine speakersat the memorial serviceSarah and Zach Eckhart married at the War Memorial Chapelat Virginia Tech in the fall of 2008 in a military wedding. Photocourtesy of VT-86reminded us that members ofour armed forces are incrediblystoic about the dangersthey face.While their mission is perilous,their job is to completethat mission despite the dangers,despite the arduoushours, despite the toll on familyrelationships and despitethe distance from home.The assembled familymembers were stoic too. Atleast until a formation ofNavy jets flew over us as abugler finished “Taps.”When one of the aircraft“Zach knew what he wanted inlife and pursued it aggressively.”peeled off in the missing manformation, we gasped simultaneously,and most wept openly.While I feel a deep andintense sadness over Zach’sdeath, I know that he understoodand accepted the risksof defending us, and I amgreatly encouraged about thefuture of our country.The men and women I metin Pensacola are the very bestthe United States has to offer.It was an honor to havebeen in the presence of suchfine, dedicated and highlymotivated patriots, peoplewho consistently put themselvesin harm’s way todefend the freedoms that somany of us take for granted.My heart grieves for Sarahand Zach’s family, but I amcomforted that so many youngAmerican men and womenare willing to serve us.They and their familiesdeserve our unending prayersand our undying support andrespect.

PAGE4April 30, 2010Story, photosby AN Brinn HefronGosport Staff WriterGOSPORT350th Civil Affairs Command Best Warrior competitionThe 350th Civil Affairs Command(CACOM), based at Corry Station,showed their strength in physical and mentalcapabilites April 21 with the beginningof the Best Warrior competition.Six junior enlisted and six noncommissionedofficers from the 350th CACOMcompeted for the chance to go on to thenext level of the Best Warrior competitionfor the U.S. Army. The next level of competitionis for the U.S. Army Civil Affairsand Psychological Operations Command(Airborne). Once the winners of this competitionhave been chosen they will go onto compete against reservists before competingagainst all active duty and reserveSoldiers for the U.S. Army Best Warriortitle.“People who haven’t competed have noidea what it takes. It’s a love-hate relationship,you hate it while you’re goingthrough it, but love it when you’ve completedit. It’s something no one can takeaway from you,” said Sgt. Andrew Baer,assistant noncommissioned officer incharge of this year’s competition. Baercompeted in the Best Warrior competitionlast year.The competition began with the Armyphysical fitness test, consisting of a twomilerun and timed push-ups and sit-ups.Also on the first day was day and nightland navigation on Eglin Air Force Baseand combatives competition. The dayended with the Soldiers returning to CorrySpc. Nicholas Harrison jumps over logs in the Combat Conditioning Course onboard Naval Air Station Pensacola as part ofthe Best Warrior competition. The three-day competition was designed to test limits both physically and mentally.Station about 2 a.m.The second day started with the CombatConditioning Course onboard Naval AirStation Pensacola. After Marinesexplained the obstacle course the Soldierscompeted to see who could complete thecourse, in the shortest time. A 10K ruckmarch to the pistol range was the nextevent. The march was done in full gearwith a ruck sack weighing 55 pounds.Qualifying on the pistol range after theobstacle course and ruck march did not endthe day. Testing in 10 Army warrior subjectswas the final event of the day. Theyincluded: react to unexploded ordnance,perform duties as a convoy commanderand supervise the processing of detaineesat the point of capture.The third and final day continued withmental testing. “Anyone can memorizesomething, but when you’re completelyexhausted, how well do you really know it?Testing at the end of the competition makesthe Soldiers think after being exhausted,”said Staff Sgt. Derek Zaleski, noncommissionedofficer in charge for the Best WarriorCompetition. The final tasks of the competitionare written tests and oral boards.“This event (the competition) serves asa platform as they are propelled into theirdestiny,” said Sgt. Maj. Clifford Lovejoy.The winners of the competition wereSpc. Joel Hughes and Sgt. Paul Mandes.These Soldiers will compete for a chanceto prove they are capable of being theArmy’s Best Warrior.“The Best Warrior competition, is exactlythat –– the best warrior. In this competitionwe are looking for the golden nugget,who has left his family and friends to representhis city and define his destiny.“We will take this golden nugget andshape him and prepare him to compete atthe highest levels of our Army,” saidLovejoy.(Above, left) Sgt. Leon Rodriguez jumps over a bar in the Combat Conditioning Course in the second day of theBest Warrior competition. (Above, right) Soldiers begin a 10K ruck march. The march is done while dressed infull gear with a ruck sack weighing 55 pounds. (Below) Soldiers take some time to relax and eat lunch after the10K ruck march. Photo by Sgt. Robert Pike (Below, left) Pfc. Jorge Diaz completes the Combat ConditioningCourse with the rope climb. The obstacle course was one several events that tested the Soldiers’ strength andintelligence.GForinformationon advertisingin the GosportCall Simone Sands at433-1166 Ext. 21

GOSPORT April 30, 2010 PAGE 5Navy goal: create a climate intolerant of sexual assaultFrom Chief of Naval Personnel PublicAffairsWASHINGTON — The director ofNavy’s personnel, plans and policydivision underscored the servicesefforts to eradicate sexual assaultamong its ranks in a recent podcast.Rear Adm. Dan Holloway said theNavy stands behind the nation in itsefforts to raise awareness and promotethe prevention of sexual assaultacross the country by focusing oninternal initiatives, programs andpolicies during Sexual AssaultAwareness Month and the theme,“Hurts one, affects all. Preventingsexual assault is everyone’s duty.”To align with the national observance,Holloway encouraged individualsto embrace their role in steppingforward to stop sexual assault and forcommands to participate in localSexual Assault Awareness Month(SAAM) activities,NavAdmin 119/10 provides Weblinks to customizable SAAM materialsfor use across the fleet and informationalresources on sexual assaultprevention, system accountability andvictim support. Additional resourcesare available at http://www.navy.mil/navydata/sapr/index.htm.They include research on genderrelations, sexual harassment andassault, training materials and DoDand service directives on preventingand responding to sexual assault.Navy’s formal Sexual AssaultPrevention and Response program,originally called Sexual AssaultVictim Intervention, was created in1994 and served as the template forthe other military services.In the past year, Navy has placedgreater emphasis on sexual assaultprevention as well as maintainingquality victim response with a goal ofeliminating sexual assault from itsranks.According to the NavAdmin, a sexualassault can affect an entire command,degrading readiness by harmingthe life of the victim and the command’sability to work effective as ateam.Furthermore, “it’s the right thing todo,” said Rear Adm. MichaelBrowne, director of Navy’s communitysupport branch.The program has inspired severalinitiatives to include waterfront leadershipinteraction, first responderworkshops and a pilot peer-to-peertraining program, currently underwayat U.S. Fleet Forces and Pacific Fleet.“Navy’s goal is to create a climateintolerant of sexual assault where thenumber of incidents are dramaticallyreduced but when the crime doesoccur, victims receive appropriatecare and offenders are held accountable,”said Browne.To listen to Navy leadership discussSexual Assault PreventionMonth, visit http://www.navy.mil/media/audio/cnp/CNP%20SAAM%20Ver5.MP3.Sexual assault harms victim and military’s ability to functionBy Sarah FortneyNational Naval Medical Center Public AffairsBETHESDA, Md. (NNS) — The impact of sexualassault is both immediate and long-lasting. It firststarts with the victim and expands outward to includefamilies, friends, work colleagues and neighbors,according to experts, practitioners and a focus groupsconducted this year by commanders of all grades.The crime of sexual assault harms the life of thevictim, and diminishes the armed forces’ ability tofunction proficiently at the level of service memberand the military’s ability to work as a team.Therefore, Defense Secretary Robert Gates has identifiedApril as Sexual Assault Awareness Month(SAAM).“The Department of Defense has a no tolerancepolicy toward sexual assault. This type of act not onlydoes harm to the victim; it destabilizes the workplaceand threatens national security,” Gates said.This month DoD has scheduled events on militarybases throughout the world to focus on educating themilitary and the public about the impact of sexualassault. This year the theme is “Hurts One AffectsAll,” which conveys the message that sexual assaultnot only affects the victim, it affects the bystanders.Mission readiness defines a unit’s ability to deployefficiently and protect national security, according toa memorandum released recently by Clifford Stanley,under secretary of defense for personnel and readiness.“Commanders and senior enlisted leadership mustset the tone in their units to prevent this crime and notdamage the trust that our military members have intheir leaders and their peers,” Stanley wrote.“Commanders and senior enlisted personnel are keyto the successful implementation of the department’sefforts. I ask you to support and take part in your service’ssexual assault prevention and response programs.”A poster supporting the SexualAssault Prevention and Response(SAPR) program. The Sexual AssaultResponse Coordinator (SARC) summit,hosted by the Department of theNavy in New Orleans, was held tobring awareness to the SAPR program,which replaced the formerSexual Assault Victim Intervention(SAVI).At the National Naval Medical Center (NNMC),the Sexual Advocate Prevention Response team(SAPR) works to promote a culture of accountabilitythrough education and support for victims.HMCS Levita Ferrer, SARP point of contact atNNMC said, “The Pentagon released a disturbingreport last month on sexual abuse in the military, thatstated more than 2,900 sexual assaults were reportedin 2009, up nearly 9 percent from the year before.Nearly two-thirds of the cases involved rape or aggravatedassault. However, I believe the increase in numbersis because more personnel are now reportingbecause they have a choice of restricted or unrestrictedreporting and guaranteed of SAPR assistance. Thatis why it is important to continue sexual awarenessnot only for this month, but throughout the year.”To contact a victim advocate 24/7 at NNMC call 301-442-8225 or page (800)-759-8888, and enter pin 1305152. NASP’sSexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) is LillieJohnson who can be reached at 452-5990, ext. 3132.

PAGE6April 30, 2010GOSPORTTraWing-5 begins student training on new aircraftStory, photoby Lt. j.g. Michael M. DaharshNAS Whiting Field PAOTraining Air Wing Five initiatedits first class into ground schooltraining for the new T-6B flightsyllabus April 19 at Naval AirStation Whiting Field. The 14 studentsare beginning a 26-weeksyllabus that is the first phase ofthe year-and-a-half to two yearprocess it takes to become a navalaviator.The T-6B Texan II is thenewest training aircraft to hit theflight lines replacing the T-34Turbomentor. This aircraft hastwice the performance power ofthe T-34 and is equipped with adigital display (glass) cockpit,heads-up display and ejectionseats. TraWing-5 currently has 18T-6B aircraft and is anticipating acomplete transition of 156 aircraftby 2013.“The T-6B is a package programwhich includes sophisticatedsimulators and capitalizes onsimulator training,” Lt. Cmdr.Dave Persky, pipeline trainingofficer, said. “Its improved capabilitiesand the glass cockpit makeit relevant for the next 30 years.”Exemplifying the joint natureof aviation training, the 14 studentsare comprised of six AirForce, four Navy, two MarineCorps and two Coast Guard officers.TraWing-3 is the first squadronto transition to the T-6B. Theprocess of transitioning onesquadron usually takes 9-12months. The first group of flightstudents to take on the mission oflearning the new aircraft will bespending the next four weeks inground school and simulator traininglearning the basic systems,operating procedures,and basicmaneuvers.“These student pilots are thefuture of naval aviation,”TraWing-5 Commanding OfficerCapt. James Vandiver said. “Theyare our student plank owners andwill help us set the tone for futureT-6B classes.”One benefit to this new programis a heavy emphasis on simulatortraining in the operationalflight trainer (OFT), which allowsthe students to gain more experiencebefore taking flight.Additionally, elements of trainingthat have been done exclusivelythrough cockpit hours may nowbe replaced by simulator trainingdue to the realism of the new tools.“Every skill set is introduced inthe OFT,” Persky said. “Daytimevisual flight, aerobatics, visualnavigation, low-level flight andThomas Cooley Jr. instructs Training Wing Five’s first group of student military aviators on the preflightprocedure of the new T-6B. TraWing-5 is anticipating a complete transition by 2015.formation are all first introducedin the simulators.”The 26-week program willtrain flight students in the basicfoundations of aviation. By thetime a student completes thephase of training they will haveflown 75 aircraft hours, and 37 inthe simulator. The program preparesstudents to move on toadvanced aircraft and later into afleet aircraft. After primary training,students will be selected toone of three pipelines – strike,helicopter, tiltrotor, or maritime. Ifa student is placed in strike theywill remain at Whiting Field toreceive an additional 12 hours offlight instruction in formation andsingle-seat flight.“It’ll be much easier to transitionto a strike aircraft due to theperformance and glass cockpitdisplay,” Persky said. “It actuallyflies more like a jet.”Regardless of which pipelinein which the students are selected,the foundations learned in thefirst 26 weeks of flight schoolwill carry the students throughthe rest of their careers. WhileTraWing-3 leads the transition,TraWing-6 and TraWing-2 willsoon follow suit. Naval AirStation Corpus Christi, anotherlocation for primary flight training,will be receiving their firstbatch of the new aircraft in late2012.In four weeks, instructor pilotswill be taking the first students inthe T-6B into the sky to begin thenext generation in flight training.The excitement to fly the newesttraining aircraft is felt by instructorsand students alike.“It’s really a blast to fly,”Persky said.Murray turns over command of HT-18By Jay CopeNAS Whiting Field PAOCmdr. Mark Murray turned over commandof Helicopter Training Squadron 18 toLt. Col. Shawn Coakley, yesterday (April29) in the Naval Air Station Whiting Field(NASWF) Auditorium.During his tenure as executive officerand commanding officer, Murray lead the“Vigilant Eagles” to fly more than 50,000mishap-free flight hours and 23,300 syllabusevents in support of operationalrequirements for the squadron. HT-18 setthe standard for rotary wing production with the lowesttime-to-train, total hours flown and advancing sortiecompletion rate.Despite periodic reductions in available aircraft andhurricane evacuations, the squadron continued to maximizetraining efficiencies and led the way in Training AirWing Five recovery efforts. HT-18 was the first squadronLt. Col. ShawnCoakleyto reestablish baseline production numbers andcontinued to provide the highest caliber aviatorsto fleet replacement squadrons. For thoseachievements, the “Vigilant Eagles” earned theTraWing-5 nomination for the Chief of NavalAir Training 2008 Training Excellence Awardand received the 2008 and 2009 Chief of NavalOperations Safety Awards.Murray was commissionedthrough the Aviation OfficerCandidate School and throughouthis 18-year career, he has flownfor HSL-40 and 44 out ofMayport; served as an instructorpilot; worked as a flag lieutenant to commander,Carrier Group Six; graduated the AirCommand and Staff College with a Master’sDegree in Military Operational Art andScience in June 2002 and completed a jointstaff assignment in Washington, D.C. Heassumed command of HT-18 Feb. 19, 2009.Cmdr. MarkMurrayCoakley was commissioned a second lieutenant viathe NROTC program following his graduation fromNorwich University in May 1990. After being designateda naval aviator in September 1992, he reported to HMT-301 in Tustin, Calif., for initial training in the CH-46E.Since 1992, he was stationed at HMM-166; graduatedfrom the Marine Corps Command and Staff College witha Master’s in Military Studies; served withthe 4th Marine Regiment and 1st MarineWing in Okinawa, Japan; flew humanitarianrelief missions to the Philippines andIndonesia; and served as the Joint Staffs JointClose Air Support Executive SteeringCommittee representative.He also served with Marine HelicopterSquadron One (HMX-1) during which timehe was designated a presidential commandpilot and served as the “Marine One” aircraftcommander during 50-plus presidentialflights in support of presidents Clintonand Bush.Support Our Troops

April 30, 2010GOSPORTPARTYLINEPAGE7Partyline e-mail submissionsSubmissions for Partyline should bee-mailed to: anne.thrower.ctr@navy.mil.Submissions should include theorganization’s name, the event, whatthe event is for, who benefits from theevent, time, date, location and point ofcontact.CDC art show today (April 30)The NAS Pensacola ChildDevelopment Center (CDC) is havinga Gallery Nite Art Show (tonight)April 30 from 6:30-8 p.m. There willbe a door prize drawing for the childrenand free refreshments for everyone.For information call 452-2211.Commissary case lot sale May 14-16The commissary will have a case lotsale May 14, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; May15, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; and May 16, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the west side parking lot.Beach volleyball tournament May 1There will be a Battle of MidwayBeach Volleyball Tournament and abeach social hosted by the NavyExchange May 1, with registrationstarting at 7 a.m. The tournament willbe at the volleyball courts on CorryStation and open to everyone.The cost for a four-person team is$20. For information call 452-6041.Pet photo contest at NASPThe veterinary clinic onboard NASPensacola is having a pet photo contestMay 1-31. Turn in photos at the vetclinic or mail them to 52 Turner St.,Bldg. 626A, Pensacola, FL 32508.There will be a grand prize for mostcreative picture and three alternatewinners in cutest cat, dog and othercategories.Military softball players neededSoftball players who want to competeat the varsity, regional and allarmedforces levels should contactJose Torres at 777-7496 or e-mail atJTQuest@hotmail.com; or EricShowalter at 712-6326 or e-mail ateric.showalter@navy.mil for moreinformation.FFSC classes in MayAnger Control (two sessions) classeswill be held May 7 and 14, 8-10a.m., at Fleet and Family SupportCenter (FFSC).Military Parenting (six sessions), aclass designed for military parentswith children 2-18, will be held beginningMay 4 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. atFFSC. At the first meeting, participantswill determine time and day forremainder of the sessions.Relaxation Skills class will be heldThursdays, starting May 6, from 10a.m.-noon, at the FFSC.For information or to register for aclass call 452-5990.NHP looking for opinionsNaval Hospital Pensacola is seekingways to improve and enhance servicesto its customers.The hospital needs volunteers toserve as focus group or committeemembers to help improve its service.Members will be asked to provideinsight, opinions and ideas on a particularproduct line and provide feedbackon consumer preferences and processimprovement. Members will beassigned to specific committees, generallymeeting one to two hours once amonth or quarter on an ongoing basis.Focus areas include the emergencyroom, pharmacy, outpatient and inpatientadmission/discharge services.Committees include patient safety,family centered care and ethics.Those interested should contactKathy Floyd with the customer relationsoffice at 505-6785 or 505-6434or by e-mail at kathy.a.floyd@med.navy.mil.LINKS meetings for military spousesLifestyle, Insights, Networking,Knowledge and Skills will have freesessions for military spouses May 15,June 15, July 17 and Sept. 18 from8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at the MATSG-21Headquarters Commanding Officer’sconference room.LINKS provides information on theresources available and methods formeeting the challenges of the militarylifestyle.To register contact Beth Austin at452-9460, ext. 3012, or at elizabeth.a.austin@usmc.mil.European car meet May 8An all-European car meet will beheld May 8 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at theNational Naval Aviation Museum.There is a $5 registration fee. Forinformation call 982-2455 or e-mailwildbill1976vw@yahoo.com.Base housing scholarship availableResidents of base housing onboardNAS Pensacola may apply for theBalfour Beatty CommunitiesFoundation scholarship for the 2010-11 academic year, valued up to $2,500.The deadline for applications is May15.The application, details and requirementscan be found atwww.bbcommunitiesfoundation.org.NEX offers credit for reusable bagNEX customers can now receive 5cents credit toward their purchases foreach eco-friendly, reusable bag that isused to bag their purchase. The programdoes not apply to disposableplastic bags that are brought in.The credit program applies to allNEX retail and services facilitieswhere bags are normally used. It doesnot apply to direct-run concessionssuch as food operators and mall kiosksthat are operated in NEXs.Armed Forces Kids Day May 12MWR is hosting Armed Forces KidsDay May 12 at 4 p.m. at the NASPrunning track.Registration for the free event is at3:30 p.m. the day of the event.Children may walk or run in theirage groups. Ages 5-6 will go a halfmile, ages 7-8 will go one mile andages 9-13 will go two miles. For informationcall 452-2296.Navy Federal 5K run/walk May 22Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU)is hosting a 5K in support of MilitaryAppreciation Month May 22 startingand ending in Seville Square.The run/walk will begin at 8 a.m.,with check in between 7-7:45 a.m. Theentry fees are $15 for adults, $10 foryouths 13 and under and $10 forNFCU employees and active-duty military.After May 7 the cost increases to$25 for adults and $20 for NFCU andmilitary.To register visit www.IMathlete.com. For information call CarlaMcKeag at 912-0962.USCG Friends and Family meetingsCoast Guard Friends and Familymeets the second Thursday of eachmonth at Golden Corral on the cornerof Ninth and Langley avenues from 5-8 p.m.All Coast Guard retirees, activeduty, auxiliary or family members areinvited for dinner.For information contact Bill Haydenat 554-3858 or coastguardfamily@yahoo.com.Women golfers meet on ThursdaysThe A.C. Read women’s golf leagueplays on Thursday mornings.Membership is $35 and is open toactive duty, retirees and dependents.For information, call 287-1433 or423-276-8682.VT-10 50th anniversary plannedVT-10 marks the squadron’s 50thanniversary in July 2010. Celebrationfor the anniversary will begin June 23with fleet aircraft beginning to fly inon June 21.Events include a golf tournament,symposium at the National NavalAviation Museum, VT-10 alumni diningout and an NFO winging at themuseum June 25.For a full schedule of events anddetails visit the VT-10 Web site atwww.cnatra.navy.mil/tw6/vt10/index.asp.Kiwanis club meets every TuesdayKiwanis Club of Big Lagoon StatePark meets every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m.at the Perdido Bay Community Center,located at 13660 Innerarity PointRoad.For information contact EileenBrotherton, public relations chairwoman,at 341-5850.Newcomer’s club meets monthlyThe Newcomer’s Club of GreaterPensacola meets at 9:15 a.m. the secondWednesday of each month at thePensacola Yacht Club for games, aluncheon and a brief meeting.The cost for the monthly meeting is$14 and includes lunch. The club isopen to all women who have residedin Pensacola for two years or less. CallNancy Warrenfeltz at 995-0051 forinformation.PLT offers upcoming playsPerformance dates for “SouthernHospitality” are May 7-9 and May 13-16 at the Pensacola Little Theatre.Thursday, Friday and Saturday performancesbegin at 7:30 p.m. Sundayperformances begin at 2:30 p.m. indowntown Pensacola.Ticket prices range from $10 to $25per person, and discounts are availablefor seniors ages 60 and above, fulltimestudents, active-duty military andgroups of 10 or more.May 13 is Theatre Thursday and alltickets are half price.Tickets are available through thebox office Monday through Friday, 10a.m.-5:30 p.m., or by phone at 432-2042.Other upcoming productions at PLTinclude the sci-fi horror, musical-comedy“Little Shop of Horrors,” openingJune 11 and “Alice in Wonderland,”opening August 6. For information call434-0257.Cordova Mall Mother’s Day eventsCordova Mall on Ninth Avenue willbe hosting a “Mom’s Nite Out” May 6from 4-8 p.m. Food samples, fashionpresentations and door prizes will beincluded.Cordova Mall will also host motherdaughterlook alike contests in honorof Mother’s Day May 8 at 3 p.m. Inaddition to the look alike contest, therewill be a mother-daughter dress alikecontest.For information on these free eventscall 477-7562 or visit www.simon.com.Mother’s Day Green-Up showThe annual Mother’s Day art, craftsand plant show will be held at Green-Up Santa Rosa May 8, from 9 a.m.-3p.m. The nursery is located at 6758Park Ave. in Milton.A variety of artistic creations will befeatured. There will be also be foodand drinks available for purchase.For information call 623-1930.Spring Garden Festival May 1There will be a Spring GardenFestival May 1 from 8 a.m.-noon atthe Escambia County ExtensionOffice, 3740 Stefani Road.For information call 475-5230 or e-mail bbollles@ufl.edu.Save-A-Baby event May 8Panhandle Motorcycle Society(PMS) will be hosting a Save-A-Babyevent May 8, with all proceeds goingto newborn substance addicted babiesin the Neonatal Unit at BaptistHospital.For information contact PMS at607-796.GSA training conference and expo.A U.S. General ServicesAdministration conference and expositionwill take place May 4-6 at theOrange County Convention Center inOrlando.The conference is free for military,federal, state and local governmentemployees.Visit www.expo. gsa.gov or contactWayne Carter at 232-4140 for information.Trail association events in MayThe following are the Florida TrailAssociation events in May:The Choctawhatchee EstuaryFestival will be held May 1 from 11a.m.-4 p.m. in Niceville. The FloridaTrail Association will be leading shortday hikes throughout the day. Forinformation contact Tom Daniel at492-8258.There will be a hike on theWiregrass Trail from the Alabamastate line to Hurricane Lake Northstarting at 9 a.m., May 1. For informationcontact Peggy Grantham at 723-7924.Volunteers are needed for trailmaintenance at the Weaver Creek Trailat Eglin Air Force Base May 2 at 8a.m. For information contact RandyCreel at 623-1646.There will be a basic map and compasshike in the Blackwater RiverState Forest May 8 at 8 a.m. The hikewill be about four miles with a mix ofwet and dry terrains. For informationcontact Paula Fries at 683-0803.A hiking weekend will be held May7-9 at Providence Canyon State Parkin Lumpkin, Ga. For information contactHelen Wigersma at 484-0528.There will be a hike on the WeaverCreek Trail at Eglin AFB May 15 at 9a.m. For information contact RandyCreel at 623-1646.There will be a hiking, canoeing andcamping weekend May 29-30 in theBlackwater River State Forest. Forinformation contact Randy Creel at623-1646.For information on any event visitwestgate.floridatrail.org.Military discount for festivalThe Hangout Beach Music and ArtsFestival is offering a military discounton three-day passes.The price for the discounted ticketsis $120 (the normal price being $159).The tickets will be available at ITT orLeisure Travel on bases in the area.The festival, held in Gulf Shores,Ala., will be May 14-16 at 101 EastBeach Boulevard.Featured artists include TreyAnastasio and TAB, Zac Brown Band,Gov’t Mule and Matisyahu.For information visit www.hangoutmusicfest.com.‘Always...Patsy Cline’ until May 9Sanctuary in the Groves - TheatreWest is showing the musical“Always...Patsy Cline” from Thursdayto Sunday through May 9.The theater is located in the formerPleasant Grove United MethodistChurch.Tickets, $15, can be purchased bycalling the box office at 912-4087. Forinformation visit www.sanctuarytheatrewest.org.Dogs ready to hear young readersDelta Society-trained service dogs,Sam, Molly and Donovan will be atthe Southwest Branch Library, locatedon Gulf Beach Highway, May 22 from10 a.m.-noon and every fourthSaturday of the month.The dogs have been training in theReading Education Assistance Dog(READ) program.For information visit www.cityofpensacola.com/library.‘Star Wars In Concert’ cancelled“Stars Wars In Concert” is unable toperform at the Pensacola Civic CenterMay 16.Those who already bought ticketsmay receive refunds at point of purchase,or may exchange tickets for anyother show on the tour.For ticket exchanges e-mailrequests to SWICTickets@anotherplanetent.com.Facts from NMCRSRegistered nurses are availableat no cost to service members orfamily members through Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society(NMCRS) to make home, clinicor hospital visits to Navy andMarine Corps personnel or theirfamily members.Registered nurses providehealth education, resource informationand promote continuitybetween patient, doctors and militaryor community resources.They can address questionsabout newborn care; post-surgicalfollow-up care; ongoing medicalconditions such as diabetes, highblood pressure or respiratory conditions;child development or normalchildhood illnesses; parentingissues; medications and nutrition.For information call 452-2300or visit www.nmcrs.org.

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SECTIONBGOSPORTLIFEApril 30, 2010MayisNationalMilitaryNASP command’sSailors, Civiliansof the Quarterannounced;see page B2SpotlightAppreciationNational Military Appreciation Month startedas a simple idea: to gather America around itsmilitary family to honor, remember, recognizeand appreciate those who have served andthose now serving and to know the historybehind it all.This idea was then legislated twiceto achieve greater national attentionand recognition.The first legislation was in theUnited States Senate in 1999 designatingMay as National MilitaryAppreciation Month. With the supportand sponsorship of Sen. John McCainof Arizona and Rep. Duncan Hunterof San Diego and more than 50 veteranservice organizations,this importantand timely legislationtells servicemembers that theircountry has set asidean entire month tohonor, rememberand appreciate them.In April, 2004, morecomprehensive legislationwas passedby unanimous consentof Congress, H.Con. Res. 328, thatMay is NationalM i l i t a r yAppreciation Monthand urges the presidentto issue anannual proclamationcalling on theAmerican people torecognize this specialmonth of Maythrough appropriateceremonies and events.Most intriguing to National MilitaryAppreciation Month’s success is that itsbuilt from the ground up by a handfulof volunteers with a genuine desire tobuild public patriotism and support fortroops and veterans.This week’s events:Today (April 30): “All Hands” MilitaryAppreciation Month Kickoff Cookout at MustinBeach Officers’ Club, 4-6 p.m.May 1: Pensacola Runners Association Fiesta5K-10K Run (Seville Quarter) 7:30 a.m. The 36thFiesta Run has been designated as the state’s official2010 10K Championship Race. The top 10military finishers from the Double Bridge Run willWord Search ‘Thanks to you’Z A C Y Y I Z U F S P T Y Z RN Y P F R Q J F R T X D P D OE A T P K A X Z A R D G N H XM K V C R U T D A R M Y V C SA Q D Y L E E I C C J H H O EY F L F Z K C E L E H T L A NJ Q D L A B L I Y I N B J S IP D M H N E O V A O M T Z T RQ I G T B X Y G M T H V Y G AI C S R X C F B U U I G B U MR R A G J E E C C N W O C A BU T W W E C R O F R I A N R IE G Q I B F Q Z J V Q R P D LA F B W M R N I W M J E J E XE X D R B R S N D E O H D G DAIRFORCEAPPRECIATIONARMYCELEBRATECOASTGUARDThe military has played a majorrole in the development of the countrychronicled through their unbendinghonor, their dedication to duty andtheir love of country. Unfortunately, itis common for many families to beneither aware of nor value and understandthe service given by those intheir own families, many of whom areof the “Greatest Generation” or eventhe call to duty, honorand country we seenow. Schools nolonger teach thosemilitary events thatturned the course ofhistory.Some people thinkwe are slowly losingour connection to ourown American history.Names like PearlHarbor, San Juan Hill,Civil War, BelleauWood, ContinentalArmy, 38th Parallel,Berlin Airlift, TetOffensive andNormandy are rapidlylosing their significanceto the generalAmerican population,particularly our future“As a true military-friendlycommunity, we want toreach out to these futureleaders of America who arewilling to sacrifice so muchand make sure they knowtheir commitment and serviceis recognized and appreciated.”– Craig Dalton,vice president of armedservices for the PensacolaBay Area Chamber ofCommerce.generations — ouryouth.Because most holidayscommemorating historical militaryevents have become little morethan three-day weekends lacking focuson their original purpose, this month isneeded to remind us of the sacrificesand the history we as Americans havebeen privileged to participate inPensacola Chamber of Commerce list of MAM eventsMARINESMAYMILITARYMONTHNAVYbe invited to compete.May 6: Navy League Outstanding EnlistedBreakfast – Heritage Hall Seville Quarter, 7:30 a.m.Pensacola Pelican gamesThroughout the month of May, the PensacolaPelicans baseball team will be honoring activedutymilitary members and their families at the ballpark during their home games.Gosling GamesColor Me ‘Trooper’“Whereas the vigilance of the members of the armed forces has been instrumentalto the preservation of the freedom, security, and prosperity enjoyedby the people of the United States;“Whereas service in the armed forces entails special hazards and demandsextraordinary sacrifices from service members and their families;“Now, therefore, be it resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senateconcurring), that Congress — (1) supports the goals and objectives of aNational Military Appreciation Month; and (2) urges the president to issue aproclamation calling on the people of the United States, all federal departmentsand agencies, states, localities, organizations and media to annuallyobserve a National Military Appreciation Month with appropriate ceremoniesand activities.”throughout the past 230 years.Through appropriate means andincentives, federal, state and localgovernments and private sector entitiesare invited to participate in thisspecial month and to encourageeveryone to sponsor and participate inprograms via multiple venues, givingthe nation a time and place uponwhich to focus, draw attention, andexpress appreciation and thanks to themilitary family.Due to military deployments— 111th Congress, 1st Session, H. Con. Res. 84worldwide protecting national interests,Americans are being asked toserve. Employers are being asked toaccommodate lengthy absences bykey employees. The military representsthe highest caliber of professionalismand technology. They areasked to willingly risk their lives on amoment’s notice; should Americansnot willingly and openly recognizetheir contributions and their sacrificesas well?— www.nmam.orgOther recognitionThroughout the month of May, service membersthroughout the Pensacola area will be recognizedin a variety of media outlets. Watch for special profilesin Gosport, the Pensacola News Journal andon WEAR-TV3. Lamar Advertising will displayphotographs on electronic billboards around town.Radio Stations will also highlight profiles of outstandingservice members.Jokes & GroanersMilitary wisdom“If the enemy is in range, so are you.” – Infantry Journal.“Whoever said the pen is mightier than the sword obviouslynever encountered automatic weapons.” – GeneralDouglas MacArthur.“You, you and you ... Panic. The rest of you, come withme.” – U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant.“Tracers work both ways.” – U.S. Army Ordnance.“Five second fuses only last three seconds.” – InfantryJournal.“Any ship can be a minesweeper. Once.” – Anonymous“Never tell the platoon sergeant you have nothing to do.”– Unknown Marine recruit.“If you see a bomb technician running, follow him.” – U.S.Air Force ammo troop.“You’ve never been lost until you’ve been lost at machthree.” – Paul F. Crickmore (test pilot).“Never trade luck for skill.” – Anonymous

PAGEB2GOSPORTSPOTLIGHTApril 30, 2010NASP command Sailors, Civilians of the Quarter announcedThe NAS Pensacola commandSailors of theQuarter, first quarter 2010,have been announced: Senior Sailorof the Quarter is AC1(AW/SW) JasonN. Marr; Sailor of the Quarter isAC2(AW/SW) Vincent K. Hughley;Junior Sailor of the Quarter is AC3Kyle L. Warwick and Blue Jacket ofthe Quarter is ACAN Ellen M. Reed.Senior Civilian of the Quarter is LeonPolnitz; Junior Civilian of the Quarteris Larry Morris.Air Ops’ Cmdr. RodrigoDill, noted in the nominationfor senior Sailor AC1Marr, “While assigned to(U.S. Naval BaseGuantanamo Bay) forearthquake relief his rapidqualification as a certifiedtower operator was criticalin the safe accomplishmentsof 3,041 flight operationsand the movementof 2,438 tons of cargo duringthe Haiti relief (effort).To meet 100 percent of itsdemanding missionrequirements, he continuesto demonstrate an impressivededication as the airfieldvehicle operatorsinstruction course coordinatorinstructing 850 personnelin airfield licensesand issuing ramp passes.“AC1 Marr ... willinglyassumes additional dutiesand responsibilities andattacks them with zeal andenthusiasm ... demonstratessuperb leadershipand has my strongest recommendationfor Sailor ofthe Quarter.”For Sailor of theQuarter Hughley, Dillwrote, “his rapid qualificationas a ground controllerwas critical in enabling theair traffic control facility tomeet 100 percent of itsdemanding missionrequirements. He continuesto demonstrate animpressive dedication tomission success by volunteeringexpert instructionAC1(AW/SW) JasonN. Marrthat enabled other controllersto attain additionalqualifications ... As a commandsection leader, heflawlessly managed 16Sailors ensuring the NASPquarterdeck is properlymanned at all times. He isa model Sailor showingexceptional military bearing,sustained superior performanceand a true assetto Naval Air StationPensacola.”Junior Sailor AC3Warwick was cited by Dillas demonstrating “exceptionaladministrative skillsand an acute sense ofattention to detail in hisrole as assistant trainingPetty Officer.” “He hasexceeded professionalexpectations and continuallyoutperforms his peers,readily accepts assignmentsof increased responsibilityand takes a genuineinterest in the professionalgrowth of peers and subordinates.His military bearingand appearance isabsolutely outstanding.AC3 Warwick exudesNavy core values and setsAC2(AW/SW) VincentK. Hughleya stellar personal examplefor all Sailors to follow.This is one of the finestjunior petty officers that Ihave in my charge.”Bluejacket ACANReed’s “rapid qualificationas a clearance deliveryoperator” was noted byDill as “critical in enablingthe air traffic control facilityto meet 100 percent ofits demanding missionrequirements.”In addition to Reed’soutstanding on-the-jobperformance, she demonstrated“unwavering commitmentto the communitythrough voluntary effortswith the Warrington FireDepartment as a memberLeon PolnitzAC3 Kyle L. Warwickof support. She is a modelSailor showing exceptionalmilitary bearing, sustainedsuperior performanceand is a true asset tothe air traffic control facility.In recognizing seniorcivilian Leon Polnitz, thecitation signed by NASPCO Capt. ChristopherPlummer, stated in part,“Your exceptional dedication,professionalism andsuperior performance asphysical security specialist,NASP has been secondto none. A consummateprofessional, you are thesought-after expert for theexecution of the air station’sphysical securityLarry MorrisACAN Ellen M. Reedplan crossing over to areasoutside your responsibilityand ensuring that propercoordination and missionresponse is accomplished.You consistently display acooperative effort performingand assisting subordinates,peers, andsupervisors in all facets ofthe security mission.”Junior Civilian Morriswas singled out in his citationfrom Plummer ashaving “exceptional dedication,professionalismand outstanding performanceas munitions handler.”“You provided marking,segregating, stowing,re-stowing of explosives,explosive forklift driver,explosive diver, smallarms instructor, linecoach, and range and safetyofficer backup supportservices for 31 tenantcommands attached toNAS Pensacola. ... I amextremely pleased to haveyou as a member of thiscommand and extend mypersonal congratulationsfor a job well done.”

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PAGEB4GOSPORTOFF DUTYApril 30, 2010WORSHIPNAS PensacolaProtestantSunday• 8 a.m., CommunionService**• 10:15 a.m. WorshipService*• 6 p.m. ContemporaryService**Tuesday• 9 a.m., Women’sBible Study***Wednesday• 5:30 p.m. FellowshipDinner• 6 p.m. Bible Study***Roman CatholicSaturday• 3:45 p.m. Sacramentof Penance****• 4:30 p.m. Mass*Sunday• 8:30 a.m. Mass*Monday and Thursday• Noon Mass****FridayCorry StationProtestantSunday• 9 a.m. Adult BibleStudy (chapel conferenceroom)• 9 a.m. Chapel Choir(sanctuary)• 10 a.m. WorshipService• 11:30 a.m. Fellowship• 7:30 p.m. Praise andWorshipThursday• 5:30 p.m., BibleStudy and dinner (fellowshiphall)Roman CatholicSunday• Noon MassTuesday• 11 a.m. Mass (smallchapel)Latter Day SaintsSunday• 10:30 a.m.**Wednesday• 7-8:30 p.m., BibleStudy (Corry)*Naval AviationMemorial Chapel**All Faiths Chapel***J.B. McKameyCenter****Lady of LoretoChapelOld Navy Yard Eatery now open . . .The newestrestaurant on base — the Old Navy Yard Eatery— opened April 23 in Bldg. 634 next to the baselibrary. The sit-down restaurant will be open from6:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Friday. Photo byBrittney HeadPlanned OHV parklooking for volunteersPlans for WhitingField Clear CreekRiding Area — a newoff highway vehicle(OHV) park — are wellunder way.And the FloridaDivision of Foresty islooking for volunteerswho will help with trailconstruction, maintenanceand trail rangerprograms.Wayne Briske, chairmanof the OHV advisorycommittee, saidthe project provides an“excellent opportunityto show a cooperativeeffort” between theBy Anne ThrowerGosport Staff WriterThe Lee University Singerswill be onboard Naval AirStation Pensacola for a Mother’sDay (May 9) performance duringthe 10:15 a.m. protestantservice at the Naval AviationMemorial Chapel.The singers will provide aDivision of Foresty,Santa Rosa County, theNavy, The NatureConservancy and OHVclubs in NorthwestFlorida.OHVs include fourwheelers(ATVs) andoff-highway motorcycles(OHMs).People who wouldlike to volunteer or gete-mails should send ane-mail to wbblue272@yahoo.com.For information onthis and other OHVprojects in Florida visithttp://www.floridaohv.org/.CDC child art show tonightThe Child Development Center at NASPensacola is having a Gallery Nite Art Show(tonight) April 30 from 6:30-8 p.m.There will be a door prize drawing for thechildren and free refreshments for everyone.The public is invited to view the art.For information call 452-2211.Palafox Market tosell military itemsBy Anne ThrowerGosport Staff WriterPeople who collect orwant to sell their militaryvaluables have anew place to go.Palafox Market, nowin its third season, isexpanding to includeantique and collectiblevendors.Organizers hope peoplewith military memorabiliawill be amongthe participants.The market, locatedin downtown Pensacola,opens for the seasontomorrow (May 1) andruns every Saturdaythrough Oct. 30.Hours for the marketare 8 a.m.-2 p.m.“This is another greatway to bring downtownand the military together,”said Hilary Gilles,Palafox Market manager.Vendor participationin the market is free.However, collectiblemerchandise must be atleast 50 years old andnot a reproduction.Participants will notbe able to sell firearms.But other items, includingold photos, letters,uniforms, pins andmedals are welcome.“Military history is abig part of who we arein Pensacola,” Gillessaid. “This is a rareopportunity for collectorsto come down andshare their goods andtheir passion for historywith the hundreds ofpeople who patronizethe market everySaturday.”Gilles said participantsdo not have to bedealers.Between 900 and1,300 people attendedthe market each weeklast year.“It’s a good way toget exposure,” Gillessaid.Applications areavailable online at www.palafoxmarket.com.Vendors will be rotatedif there are a lot whowant to participate.The market is underthe shady oak trees ofMartin Luther KingPlaza on Palafox Streetbetween Wright andChase streets. In additionto antiques, themarket offers fresh produce,live plants, bakedgoods and fine art.The Palafox Market, a public market in downtownPensacola, opens for the season May 1. The marketis held every Saturday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., through Oct.30. The market is expanding to include military memorabilia.Photo courtesy of Pensacola DowntownImprovement BoardLee University Singers plan Mother’s Day show at chapelconcert for the whole service,said Cmdr. David Gibson, thecommand chaplain at NASP.The singers were founded in1963 at Lee University inCleveland, Tenn.Gibson toured with thesingers as a student 30 yearsago. And his son is part of thecurrent group.The singers provide a varietyof music, including sacredchoral works, patriotic songsand gospel favorites.The 54-member choir has 45vocalists and nine instrumentalists.The choir is under the directionof Dr. Brad Moffett.The singers will also performat Worship Center Church ofGod in Pensacola at 6 p.m.Advertise With Us!Call Simone Sands at 433-1166 ext.21April/MayLibertyActivitiesThe Liberty Programevents target young, unaccompaniedactive-dutymilitary. Events are at themain Liberty Center in thePortside EntertainmentComplex at NASP unlessspecifically stated to be atCorry Station. For additionalinformation, call452-2372 or visit theirWeb site atwww.naspensacola.navy.mil/mwr/singsail/l i b e r t y . h t .30Liberty — CrawfishFestival, free shuttledowntown, leavesNASP at 5:30 p.m.and Corry at 5:45p.m.May1Liberty — CrawfishFestival, free shuttleat 3 p.m.2Liberty — CrawfishFestival, free shuttleat noon.3Liberty —Orlandosign-ups begin andNAS blood drive.“NAS Live” — Theshow airs at 6:30p.m. on Cox Cable’sChannel 6 orMediacom’sChannel 38.4Liberty — Freemall shuttle.5Liberty — CincoDe Mayo celebrationat Portside.5Liberty — Corry —Blood drive andSave a Life Tour.6Liberty — Moviepremier, “TheLovely Bones.”7Liberty — USOMilitary Appreciationluau, noon-4 p.m.,at USO, free food.

April 30, 2010GOSPORTMOVIESPAGEB5Movies and show times for Portside CinemaFRIDAYDiary of a Wimpy Kid (PG) 4:45; How to Train Your Dragon (PG) 5; Repo Man (R) 6:45; The Bounty Hunter (PG13) 7;Green Zone (R) 9:15; She’s Out of My League (R) 9:30SATURDAYSUNDAYMONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAYTICKETSDiary of a Wimpy Kid (PG) noon; How to Train Your Dragon (PG) 12:15, 2:30; Alice in Wonderland (PG) 2; Our FamilyWedding (PG13) 4:30; Remember Me (PG13) 4:45; The Bounty Hunter (PG13) 6:45; Repo Man (R) 7; Green Zone (R)9:15; She’s Out of My League (R) 9:30How to Train Your Dragon (PG) noon, 2:15; Diary of a Wimpy Kid (PG) 12:15; Alice in Wonderland (PG) 2:30; The BountyHunter (PG13) 4:30; She’s Out of My League (R) 5; Brooklyn’s Finest (R) 7; Repo Man (R) 7:15ClosedGreen Zone (R) 5; Our Family Wedding (PG13) 5:15; Repo Man (R) 7:15; The Bounty Hunter (PG13) 7:30How to Train Your Dragon (PG) 5; Diary of a Wimpy Kid (PG) 5:15; Remember Me (PG13) 7:15; She’s Out of My League(R) 7:30The Bounty Hunter (PG13) 5; Free sneak peek, 6; Repo Man (R) 7:30Adults $3, children ages 6-11 $1.50, children younger than 6 free

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GOSPORTApril 30, 2010PAGEB7Ads placed by the Military communityMILITARY MARKETPLACE★ Motor ★ Merchandise ★ Employment ★ Real Estate ★ and moreBulletin Merchandise Merchandise MotorsBoardAnnouncements Snapper rods with Computer and 91 Ford F150 XLTpin reels. 3 for monitor CDRW, Regular cab, 79KSwim lessons— $100 497-1167 internet ready original miles,private and smallMS2007 incl. Free garage kept,group, your pool or Flight jacket. scanner. Great excellent conditionmine. Contact Extra large and condition. $225 15” $5,200 626-5900leahatcentus@hotm issue naval aviator monitor $25 457-ail.comsunglasses. $60 for 26562008 Chevyboth. 497-1167Colorado Ext. cab,Babysitting in myHot Tub Cover—in 14,500 miles, auto,home/ fun loving Igloo cooler. New good condition. Paid air, white, factorycare/ clean home on condition/ 100 quart $300, asking $89. warranty, XM radiocul-de-sac/quietsize. Makes great 76” wide, 91” long, $15,000 OBO 944-neighborhood/ 777-fish box $30, 497- 2” overlap. 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