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EditorLisa [email protected]

ContributorsTara GoodsonWillis B. TaylorKeri McPeakSPC Gary YimSPC Michael J. CardinalCharlene MazurTony SaluzzoCynDe Clack

PhotographyPaula HallettDeborah Young

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Creative DirectorSears Hallett

AdvertisingJenny RoeckerCreative [email protected]

4 Loyalty:Leadership Begins with LoyaltyText to join and show your Loyaltyto Fort Campbell MWR.

5 Duty:More Than a Right, It’s Your DutyLearn the importance of voting andhow to have your voice heard whileyou are deployed or overseas.

6 Respect:The Gold Standard of RespectTake destiny into your own hands and develop an Army education that canhelp you gain the respect to becomea leader in your Army career.

9 Selfless Service:Serving Selflessly in Your CommunityExplore the many volunteer opportunities available onFort Campbell.

10 Honor:Honor of a VeteranTake the time to honor a Veteranthis month.

11 Integrity:The Internal Grit of a HeroHow does your “internal grit” measure up?

12 Personal Courage:Making the DifferenceEducate yourself on the signs of suicide, together we can makea difference.

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Disclaimers:Fort Campbell’s BOSS Life Magazine is a monthly magazine produced by the Fort Campbell MWR Marketing Department under the authority of AR 215-1. Facilities and activities publicized are open to authorized patrons. The mention or appearance of commercial advertisers, commercial sponsors and/or their logos does not constitute endorsement by the Federal Government. The information in this issue is current at thetime of publication; activities and events are subject to change. MWR Marketing is located at 5663 Screaming Eagle Blvd, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. For more information, call 270-798-7535 or log on towww.fortcampbellmwr.com.

CONTENTS - November 2011

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LOYALTY IS THE QUALITY OR STATE OR AN INSTANCE OFbeing loyal. But what does that really mean to you or me? Most of us understand loyalty to our favorite team, loyalty to the Army, loyalty to ourFamily and friends. What about the loyalty to MWR programs and businesses? From Army Community Service programs, Dining and Entertainment, Recreation and Leisure, Sports and Fitness and Child,Youth and School Services, MWR covers manyaspects of our lives. Family and MWR isa partner with The Exchange (formerlyknown as AAFES) which allows us to giveback to our community. You can do yourpart by using MWR services. Don’t knowwhere to go? MWR information can befound everywhere! We have two magazinesdistributed throughout the installation(BOSS Life and MWR Life), the E-news,Facebook, the website, an electronic marquee located at both Gates 1 and 4, andstaff members attend many different briefings and meetings to disseminate the information that occurs on a monthly basis. We highlight being proactive on Fort Campbell and continue to offer a variety of ways for youto stay informed.

Tired of seeking information out? An easy way of getting information pushed directly to you is our new Text Club! Simply text theletters “MWR” to 68-68-3 and you will be enrolled. You will get a textabout once a week telling you of fun and exciting events thatare occurring on post. We rolled out the Text Club this summerby hosting the MWR VIP access area at both the Blake Shelton and The LT Dan Band concerts. Twenty-five lucky winners and guests enjoyed stage side seating, free adult beverages and a catered meal before both concerts. With anestimated crowd of 20,000 people at the Blake Shelton show,the large VIP area was a welcome retreat. Our guests weretreated to a fun show, good food and one lucky VIP Text Clubmember walked away with a brand new flat screen TV,courtesy of USA Discounters and MWR. The LT Dan Bandconcert proved to be one of the best Fort Campbell has seen.A smaller crowd of 8,000 people attended and were treatedto a wide variety of covers from Gary Sinise’s talented band.Guests in the MWR VIP tent were encouraged to join in thefun when the conga line passed by. USA Discounters alsogave away a 16G iPod Nano to one special Text Club VIPwinner. Not only will you get treated to special events, youcan have a chance to walk away with great prizes, simply bysending a text! Join our 2,500 other Text Club members bytexting “MWR” to 68-68-3.

Family and MWR continue to support the Army’s mission by providing a variety of activities both in theatre and at home. The fitnesscenters and MWR tents with computer and phone usage are the two activities that get used often during deployment. Without your support

while you are at your home duty station, we wouldn’t be able to provide, or upgrade, these facilitiesin Iraq or Afghanistan. MWR alsogives back to the Soldiers by contributing to unit funds. A specific dollar amount per Soldieris added to the fund every year, andthat amount increases during deployment. These funds can beused in a variety of ways that benefit the entire unit; most common are Military Balls andOrganizational Days. MWR also

hosts a variety of free events on a monthly basis, several of whichcan be found at D.W. Recreation Center. Free activities are offered nearlyevery night. From pool to spades, sporting events and the BOSS program,MWR wants to give you what you want.

MWR continues to show it’s loyalty to our Soldiers and Familiesby providing many activities and businesses that benefit our community.You can continue to support MWR by utilizing the businesses, activitiesand programs we offer. Check out www.fortcampbellmwr.com, join the textclub, sign up for E-news, or find us on Facebook and get involved.

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by Tara Goodson


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AS STATED IN THE ARMY VALUES; DUTY IS: FULFILLINGyour obligations, accepting responsibility for your own actions and those entrusted to your care, and finding opportunities to improve oneself forthe good of the group. Many Soldiers join the military because they feltit was their duty to serve their country. Did you know that voting is notonly a privilege but a duty as well? Our country was founded upondemocracy which gives us the freedom to voice our opinions and de-mand change, so why wouldn’t you exercise your right to affect policyand demand change from the country you work so hard to defend?

The first true democracies were founded thousands of yearsago in ancient civilizations like Greece and the Roman Empire. In thosedays, the electorate would cast their votes by placing shards of potteryor small stones into vessels, either for or against a motion. After the fallof these great societies, democracy was sparsely used in Europe overthe next few thousand years. The next resurgence of democracy camewhen our young country was founded with the belief that the most effective and efficient method of government was one of the people, bythe people and for the people. In the earliest days of this system of government, citizenship was guaranteed either by birth or service in the military.

Today, the importance of democracy and our deep belief in oursystem of government is demonstrated by what we do when Americanforces topple a dictator or facilitate the end of a Regime. One of the firstthings we do is sponsor free and open elections and assist the people ofthat country to begin to govern themselves. America believes that allpeople are capable of and destined to govern themselves.

Currently, the U. S. Military is a 100% volunteer force. Likethe Roman Legions, military service can still provided a pathway to citizenship however; today citizen Soldiers have the ability to cast votesin all manner of elections from national all the way down to local elections in their home states and cities. It is a right and responsibilityof the citizenry to exercise the power of the vote. For those in the Military, this seems to be even more crucial. You are the implements ofpolicy written by politicians; therefore it is imperative, it is your duty tomake sure your voice is heard.

In the past, the absentee voting system involved getting a paperballot mailed to you from your district, filling it out, having

it witnessed, and mailing it back in time for the election. Today, the process is far simpler.

The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) can guide you through theprocess of setting up to vote in absentia in just a few minutes. This system can be used whether you are deployed overseas or outside yourstate of residence. Visit www.fvap.gov and click on the “Get Started”link to begin the process. Here you can register to vote, get a ballot, andtrack your ballot.

Another important method of participating in the politicalprocess that Soldiers should consider is to directly communicate withtheir respective elected officials. They work for you, and they need andwant your input. You can find phone numbers, addresses, and email addresses for everyone from the President and Vice-President to U.S.Senators and Representatives, as well as your state Governors andelected representatives. All this information can be found by going towww.USA.gov, click on “contact your government” and then click on“contact your elected officials”.

The people we elect to run our government will make the policies that will send you into harm’s way. Because you have thecourage to stand on the front lines and defend our way of life and fightfor freedom for all people, they need to hear what you have to say. Participation in the political process is a right and responsibility thatyou stand for and defend every day, whether at home or abroad. At theballot box cast your lot. It is your duty to let your voice be heard.

More Than a Right.It’s Your Duty

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RESPECT COMES IN MANY FORMS AND HAS A VARIETY OFmeanings to each individual. The U.S. Army has a rich history and commands respect wherever it goes, and the Commissioned Officers ofthe U.S. Army play an integral role in that respect. It is easy to see whyall forms of respect are evident with programs such as Green to Goldand various other scholarships available to Active Duty Military, and National Guard or Reserve components of the military.

There is a deep level of respect for individuals who recognizetheir potential, dream of a better life for themselves and their Family,take the actions to exhibit their potential and accomplish their dreams.With the Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) Green to Goldprogram these individuals can achieve just that and more. The ArmyGreen to Gold program is designed to offer Enlisted Soldiers in the Armythe opportunity to earn commissions as Army Officers. This program offers Enlisted Soldiers two unique ways to earn a degree. There is theGreen to Gold Scholarship Option for Soldiers who are considering leaving active duty to attend college; and there is the Green to Gold Active Duty Option for Soldiers who want to attend college while remaining on Active Duty.

The Army offers a variety of educational benefits both in andafter service, including eArmyU, the GI Bill, the Army College Fund, theArmy's College Loan Repayment Program, tuition assistance, and scholarships for ROTC and the U.S. Army Medical Department(AMEDD). More people are choosing an Army education due to its

education benefits that include money for college through variousscholarships. Other available options include earning an education through Army college programs, Army internships, taking classes while in the Army, or specialized career trainingand skill development.

Each year Division Commanders can nominate deserving Soldiers for the Green to Gold scholarships which areawarded for two, three, or four years. Soldiers with two years ofcollege remaining to complete their degree are considered for two-year scholarships, while Soldiers with three years of collegeremaining or without college credit are considered for three-yearand four-year scholarships. There is also the Green to Gold Active Duty Option (ADO) two-year program which provides eligible, Active Duty Enlisted Soldiers an opportunity to completea Bachelor’s Degree or obtain a two-year Master’s Degree, and becommissioned as an Army officer upon degree completion.

Fort Campbell is authorized to present five scholarships from the Commanders Green to Gold Hip PocketScholarships each year. Interested Soldiers should visitwww.goarmy.com to acquire the necessary forms along with theHip Pocket guide checklist. The GoArmy.com website has a ton ofuseful information, so it is best to thoroughly read all sections related to Green to Gold programs. Soldiers should also schedulean appointment with their unit’s qualified Career Counselor to examine all available options and to get the nomination process started.

As Maxwell Maltz said, “What is opportunity, andwhen does it knock? It never knocks. You can wait a whole lifetime, listening, hoping, and you will hear no knocking. Noneat all. You are opportunity, and you must knock on the door

leading to your destiny. You prepare yourself to recognize opportunity, topursue and seize opportunity as you develop the strength of your personality, and build a self-image with which you are able to live withyour self-respect alive and growing.” Take destiny into your own handsand develop an Army education that can help you gain the strength,training, knowledge, and respect to become a leader in your Army career.HOOAH!

The Gold Standard of Respectby Keri McPeak

Child, Youth & School Services1. **24 Hour Care (opening FY-12)2. Bastogne (CDC) (270) 412-44853. Eagle (CDC) (270) 412-3303/33044. Gardner Hills (CDC)5. Part Day Preschool (CDC) (270) 412-67676. Polk (CDC) (270) 412-44717. Tennessee (CDC) (270) 412-44778. Waters #1 (CDC) (270) 439-79939. Waters #2 (CDC) (270) 439-799610. *CYSS Directorate (270) 798-653911. Family Child Care (FCC) (270) 798-495912. *Kids on Site (Estep)11. Parent Central Services (CYSS Central Registration) (270) 798-067414. Billy C. Colwell Center (270) 412-231515. *Gardner Hills (SAS)16. *Werner Park #1 (SAS)17. *Werner Park #2 (SAS)11. School Liaison (270) 798-987418. SKIESUnlimited Center (270) 412-545519. Teen Club 24/7 (270) 956-103319. Youth Center (Taylor) (270) 798-364319. Youth Sports (270) 798-6355

Community Services20. Army Community Service (ACS) & ACS Director (270) 798-932221. Family Resource Center (FRC) (270) 956-293522. Financial Readiness (270) 798-551820. Lending Closet (270) 798-631323. Soldier & Family Assistance Center (SFAC) (270) 412-600024. Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) (270) 798-027725. Backdoor Boutique (270) 956-156626. Family Center & Co-op Daycare (270) 798-7422

Dining & Entertainment27. 19th Hole (Cole Park) (270) 798-182228. Conference & Catering Center (Joe Swing) (270) 798-217527. Community Activities Center (Cole Park) (270) 798-461029. Dawg Haus (270) 798-076627. Southern Buffet (Cole Park) (270) 798-4610

30. Sportsman’s Lodge (931) 431-4140Recreation & Leisure

32. Baldanado Pool (270) 798-520733. Dolan Pool (270) 798-535031. Gardner Indoor Pool (270) 798-631034. Singles Pool (270) 798-424735. The Zone (270) 461-060336. BOSS Program (270) 798-785837. Bowling Center (Hooper) (270) 798-588727. Golf Club (Cole Park) (270) 798-490682. Challenge Course (270) 412-785539. Adventure Program (270) 412-785440. Archery Range (270) 798-217541. Dog Park, North (270) 798-217542. Dog Park, South (270) 798-217543. Hunting & Fishing (270) 798-217583. Paintball (270) 956-311838. Parks & Pavilions (270) 798-217545. Riding Stables (270) 798-262946. RV Park (Eagles Rest) (270) 798-217547. RV Park (Flechers Fork) (270) 798-217548. Skeet Range (270) 412-401549. Small Arms Recreational Range (270) 798-300136. Recreation Center (Dale Wayrynen) (270) 798-7391

Sports & Fitness50. Estep Wellness Center (270) 798-4664/4023 51. Fryar Stadium, Sports Admin Office (270) 798-309452. Fratellenico PFF (270) 798-941853. Freedom Fighter PFF (270) 798-735554. Gertsch PFF (270) 798-275355. Lozada PFF (270) 798-430656. Olive PFF (270) 798-410157. Softball Complex, North (270) 798-332058. Softball Complex, South (270) 798-3320

Trades & Services59. Army Education (270) 798-588660. Arts & Crafts Center (Guenette) (270) 798-669361. Auto Service Center (Air Assault Auto) (270) 956-1101/1100

62. Auto Skills (North) (270) 798-561260. Engraving Etc. Specialty Store (270) 798-017163. Equipment Rental (Gear-to-Go) (270) 798-680664. Library (R.F. Sink) (270) 798-572965. Veterinary Services (270) 798-3614

Travel & Lodging66. Army Lodging (Richardson) (931) 431-449667. Army Lodging (Turner) (270) 439-222968. Leisure Travel Services Office (270) 798-7436

Miscellaneous Services69. 101st Airborne Division Headquarters (270) 798-979370. Blanchfield Army Hospital (270) 798-805571. Civilian Personnel Advisory Center (270) 798-716172. Commissary (270) 798-366373. Division Parade Field74. Fisher House (270) 798-833075. Gate 4 Visitor Center & Vehicle Registration (270) 798-504776. Gate 7 Visitor Center & Vehicle Registration (270) 956-449577. In/Out Processing & MWR Public Relations (270) 798-753578. MWR Director (270) 798-995378. MWR Unit Funds & MWR Collections (270) 798-681880. Museum (Don F. Pratt) (270) 798-3215/498681. Wilson Theater (931) 431-3636

AAFES84. Airfield Mini Mall (270) 640-461485. Community Town Center

Class Six (270) 431-3622Military Clothing Store (270) 798-4212Pizza Hut Delivery (270) 439-1113

68. Exchange (270) 439-184186. Exchange Administration Office (270) 439-184687. Firestone (270) 439-186588. Gardner Hills Mini Mal1 (Burger King/Subway) (270) 697-102089. Kentucky Shoppette (24hr gas) (270) 439-191490. KFC & Taco Bell (270) 439-635391. Troop Mini Mall (gas) (270) 431-2410


BOSS EventsNovember 5 Great Escape Movie Night 4:30pm

The first 15 Soldiers that show up to the D.W. Rec. Center by 4:30 pm are eligible to attend a FREE movie at the Great Escape. This opportunityis great for incoming Soldiers from 20th Replacement to get to know the BOSS President and find out more about the BOSS Program.

November 19 BOSS Lock-in 10pmAll single Soldiers will able to stay up late at the D.W. Rec. Center and participate in different tournaments, movie marathons, karaoke and much more.Food will be provided.

November 26 BOSS Zanies Comedy Club 6pmA trip to Zanies in Nashville sponsored by the BOSS Program. Soldiers are alloted the opportunity to get away from Fort Campbell, relax and enjoy the celebrity of the night, D. L. Hughley.

BOSS events are open to all eligible single Soldiers and geographical bachelors. Call 798-7391/7446/7858 for more information.

DW Rec CenterNovember 6 Xbox 360 Video Game Tournament – Gears of War 3 2pm

Video game tournament that is open to all eligible MWR patrons ages 18 and above. Trophies will be awarded to the top three finishers.

November 11 Veterans’ Day 11amMake your own ice cream creation for FREE. Several flavors of ice cream and a wide variety of toppings will be provided.

November 13 Elves at Work (Decorate for Christmas) 2pmHelp us get the recreation center ready for the holiday season by assisting us in decorating the building.

November 20 Gingerbread House Workshop 2pmJoin us in our Gingerbread House Building Workshop. One gingerbread kit and extra decorating items will be available for you to make a one of a kindfamily project. Please call by 14 November to let us know if you are attending so that we can have enough kits on hand.

November 24 Thanksgiving Day 11am-8pmThe recreation center will be “OPEN” for your recreational needs. Special desserts will be served throughout the afternoon.

November 27 Madden 12 Tournament 2pmVideo game tournament that is open to all eligible MWR patrons, with those under 18 being accompanied by a parent while they are in therecreation center. Trophies will be awarded to the top three finishers.

Adventure Program CalendarNovember 6 Cane Connector Hike 10am-3pm $10 Age 2+

Come join us on this 2.5 mile stroll along the hiking trail at Percy Warner State Park in Nashville. Don’t forget to bring your camera, plenty of waterand a sack lunch! Meet at the Outdoor Recreation Main Office. Pre-registration required by 4pm on November 4.

November 7 Mountain Bike Meet-up 4:30pm-6:30pm $5 Age 14+Join Outdoor Recreation for a trail ride through the Outdoor Rec trails. Bring your own bike and it’s FREE. If you don’t have a bike, try one of ours for only $5! We accept people with all skill abilities from beginner to advanced. Pre-registration required by 2pm on November 7. Meet at the Adventure Programs Office. .

November 9 Moonlight Canoe 6pm-9pm $7 Age 2+ Experience the sights and sounds of Fort Campbell’s wilderness at night. With an expected full moon and clear skies, you will take a leisurely canoe paddle around the moonlit Lake Kyle. The evening will also include a campfire and snacks. All gear is provided. Pre-registration required by 4pm on November 8. Meet at the Outdoor Recreation Main Office at 6pm.

November 12 Climbing 202 4:30pm-6:30pm $20 Age 16+The Challenge Course Complex is now offering an intermediate climbing clinic. Learn a new style of climbing called Sport Climbing. This style requires a new set of skills, gear, commands, and belay techniques. This is a unique opportunity to learn what many climbers consider "true" rock climbing. Pre-registration required by 4pm on November 11. Meet at the Challenge Course Complex located across the street from Outdoor Recreation.

November 13 Nashville Zoo Military Appreciation Day Trip 9am-6pm $5The Nashville Zoo is offering Active Duty and Retirees along with their immediate FREE Zoo admission on this date (must show Military ID). Non Military: General zoo admission paid at the door (12 years and up - $14; 12yrs and under - $9; 2yrs and under - FREE). Pre-registration required by 4pm on November 11. Meet at Outdoor Recreation Main office at 9am for transportation to and from the Zoo.

November 19 Military Family Appreciation Discount Day 9amNovember is the Month of the Military Family! Outdoor Recreation wants to invite you to a fun filled day full of a variety of recreational activities. Activities will begin around 9am and last throughout the evening. Look for the Military Appreciation Day Flyer for more information or call 270-412-7854.

Preregistration required for most events. Contact (270) 412-7854.

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IN LINE WITH THE ARMY VALUES, SELFLESS SERVICEthrough volunteering is a rewarding way to support your fellow Soldiersand the Fort Campbell community. Soldiers in the 101st Airborne Division are very fortunate to be supported by the communities ofClarksville, Hopkinsville and their fellow Soldiers here on Fort Campbell.Service members who want to give something back are lucky to haveplenty of opportunities to volunteer in the community.

The Fort Campbell Army Volunteer Corps (AVC) exclusivelytracks volunteer hours by using the Volunteer Management InformationSystem (VMIS) on the web at www.myarmyonesource.com. The systemwas developed to give the Army a real-time snapshot of volunteer activities at any given time, at any given installation. You may by asking yourself, “Why is this important to me?” Did you know that forevery volunteer hour accounted for in VMIS our installation equates toalmost $22 per hour? Funds received for volunteer hours are used to improve housing, and build chapels as well as improving and expanding many other programs and services.

There are also benefits to the individual Soldier for volunteering. When enough volunteer hours have been accumulated, aSoldier can be recommended for the Military Outstanding Volunteer

Service Medal. Not only is this medal worth promotion points in the“hard-to-get awards” section, it also greatly distinguishes the Soldier asthe high speed individual they are in the eyes of their command.

For those seeking volunteer opportunities on Fort CampbellVMIS is a great place to start. VMIS can help you search for volunteerpositions, apply for volunteer positions, add volunteer hours into theVMIS system and create a volunteer resume and job skill builder. Currently, the Fort Campbell Community has over 2800 active volunteers and some of the most fun volunteer opportunities can befound right here on post through MWR.

The Dale Wayrynen (D.W.) Recreation Center takes pride inproviding a fun, relaxing environment for Soldiers and their Families.D.W. provides so many amenities that Soldiers and their Family members come at all hours of the day. Sometimes, the full time staffcan get overwhelmed by the highdemand for their services. Theseare the times when some highlymotivated volunteers would be a welcome help to keep thingsmoving smoothly. Throughoutthe year, D.W. Recreation Cen-ter hosts a Halloween Carnivaland Easter Egg Hunts, whichprovide additional volunteeropportunities.

The on post gymsalso provide service membersand their Families with fantastic exercise equipmentand sports courts. Having volunteers to help keep exer-cise equipment clean andeach building tidy goes along way to making a good gym into a fantastic one.

Those aspiring volunteers who are more for the outdoors canwork with many of the outdoor recreation services. Programs include:paintball, archery, skeet and trap shooting, which all have equipmentthat must be maintained. A few extra hands are always welcome.

MWR and the BOSS program work with many local organizations off post in Clarksville, Hopkinsville, and Oak Grove whohave several volunteer opportunities for Soldiers as well. After the floodin the spring of 2010, Soldiers from Fort Campbell went to downtownClarksville to help clean up debris and hand out food to those affectedby the flood. Organizations such as the American Red Cross, Loavesand Fishes, and Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Clarksville all are great partners who love to work with dependable, responsible Soldiers.

If you are interested in volunteering, contact the AVC at (270)956-2934 or call the BOSS office at (270) 798-7858. For more information about the AVC and VMIS program visit www.fortcampbellmwr.com/acs/avc. For more information about theBOSS program visit www.fortcampbellmwr.com/Recreation/BOSS orstop by the BOSS office located inside the D.W. Recreation Center.

by SPC Gary Yim, BOSS Vice President

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THE WEBSTER’S DICTIONARY DEFINES THE WORD HONORas being, “high respect, glory, a code of integrity, dignity and pride”.When you, as a Soldier, are thanked for being a Veteran, realize that youmight believe it is just a job, but for the ones who are thanking you, itmeans much more. To them, it is a high appreciation for the sacrificesyou make for their freedom. When I was in high school, I looked at Veterans Day as just another holiday and a great excuse to miss school.Since then I have discovered that several people in my Family haveserved in the Armed Forces to include my father and grandfather. Sincejoining the Army, Veterans Day now has a deeper meaning for me. I believe one of the reasons we have the greatest military is because itis an all volunteer military. We may have joined for different reasons butin joining we have all found that serving our country has instilled in uspride and honor. This country was formed from the blood and sacrificeof Veterans that have served before us. Veterans of today and Veteransof yesterday have several things in common; serving in the military is notdone for fame, glory, money or recognition. We do this for our brothersor sisters who are willing to give their lives for the person next to themso everyone can return safely home.

After returning from Afghanistan, I was sitting around talkingwith my fiancee. During this conversation, she called me a hero, at whichpoint I asked her why she would refer to me as a hero. Her reply was thatI had risked my life to keep her safe, that she and her son could lie downat night with no worries about being attacked because of what I and allthe members of the military do to keep Americans safe. After she toldme this, I thanked her and replied, “I am no hero”. I serve in the Armybecause I believe in the Constitution and the United States. I am willing to lay down my life to ensure that future generations of my

Family have a better life than I do. There is no greater honor than knowing that my sacrifices have helped shaped this country for futuregenerations. My fiancee proceeded to tell me that she can’t imagine abetter way to say thank you and show gratitude than to give Veterans,past and present, their own holiday. When I think about the words thatwere said to me, I never realized the overwhelming sense of pride andhonor that comes with knowing that you have your own holiday for thesacrifices you made and continue to make. Think about it, how manypeople have the right and the privilege to say they have earned their ownspecial day of recognition?

When you are sitting around in the month of November planning your Thanksgiving holiday, take some time and give thanks tothe Veterans by coming out and participating in the events that will beheld this month. On Saturday, November 5, The Clarksville Chamber’sMilitary Affairs Community will host their 19th Annual Veterans DayBreakfast at Austin Peay State University’s Morgan University Center.The breakfast will begin at 7:30 a.m. This is a salute to our Veterans andthe featured speaker will be Major General James C. McConville. Formore information call (931) 245-4240. After you enjoy breakfast comeand join the Hopkinsville and Clarksville community as they host a Veterans Day parade. The Tennessee Titans will have a Veterans Daysalute in Nashville on Sunday, November 6 and the Davidson Metro areain Nashville will be hosting a Veterans Day Parade on Friday, November11. I hope after reading this article it helps you to better understandthe pride and honor Veterans have for our country.

I will be attending some wonderful parades; I hope to see you there!

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IN THE SIMPLEST TERMS, INTEGRITY CAN BE DEFINED AS“Internal Grit”. It is a determination or strength of character that lieswithin the confines of your mind, body and soul. It is an internal unfaltering consistency to not waver due to outside influences and standstrong in how one should live, no matter how dangerous or unpopular.Integrity includes having moral soundness, honesty, freedom from corrupting influence or motive, purity, sincerity, keeping one’s word andcommitments, maintaining one’s good name and character, truthfulness,fairness and justice. Integrity refers to wholeness as a human being andis developed into a person’s thoughts, words, and actions, all of whichare harmonious. Why is integrity so important? Inside all of us is the potential to be a hero. Integrity is a necessary quality you must possessto be a hero. As a Soldier, this is the core essence of the values youstrive to achieve.

What defines a hero? A hero possesses the ability to sacrifice,the determination, dedication, valor and bravery to forge on and fightfor what they believe is just. Within the past 10 years, the term hero hasbeen used often by Americans to describe those that perished due toterrorism, war, or natural disasters; even those who have beenhonored due to simple acts of humanitarianism based on integrity. What do all these individuals who we refer to as heroes have in common? They all possess the integrity to do whatwas right, for the benefit of the greater good, often sacrificing their own safety and lives.

The word hero has been used in many cultures and societies. In Greek and Roman Mythology the term was used todescribe men whose courageous actions brought favor from theGods. Hercules, Achilles and Theseus were all considered heroes. Although their integrity may be argued in today’s society,the devotion to their people was evident. Biblical heroes likeMoses, Paul and Mordecai all stood for not only what they believed but for those that didn’t have a voice. Enslaved, imprisoned or hated they never faltered and lived according to their convictions. Consider legendary or folklore heroes such as Robin Hood; loyal to King Richard in his attemptto protect the common people until Richard’s return from

the crusades. WilliamWallace had extraordinary personal strength, undauntedcourage,enterprising spirit, anddexterity. Those attributes coupled with his inability tostand by while he knew thepeople of his country werebeing oppressed, made Wallacea hero. His internal grit guidedhim to seek freedom for thepeople of his country.

Extraordinary women havealso been distinguished as heroes dueto their astonishing achievements andbravery. Among them are Susan B.Anthony, Joan of Arc, Amelia Earhartand Rosa Parks. They all faced diversity within their culture whichcaused them to be out of favor withintheir society but their integrity to dowhat’s right pressed them forward tocontinue their plight and each personplayed a role that changed the out-come for all women in today’s world.

Although the comparison ofintegrity and hero can be arguedbased on some decisions made by theheroes listed in this article, in today’ssociety an individual’s integrity is

measured by their passion to always do what isright for the greater good and the masses. Civilians have come to know that our Soldiersare America’s Heroes, which is why it is important that as a Soldier you exercise prudent judgment and skilled discipline in theultimate ability to live a good morally just life,doing the right thing, in the right way, at theright time, for the right reason. Keep in mindthat even the simplest of actions can be identified as one of a hero with integrity regardless of the uniform.

Integrity:The Internal Grit of a Hero

by Charlene Mazur

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PERSONAL COURAGE IS THE LAST IN THE LIST OF ARMYvalue,s but, in my opinion, it is the most important. Personal couragecan mean many things such as standing by your convictions, defending those weaker than you and having the strength of characterto speak up and help if you think someone might harm them self.

Army wide,162 Soldiers were lostto suicide in 2009. In2010 that numberdropped only slightly to156. Locally, Fort Camp-bell recorded 21 Soldiersuicides in 2009 and another 10 in 2010. Whileno one thinks even one suicide is an acceptablenumber, I would like to thinkthat all of us, whether youare a Soldier, a Family Member, Retiree or Civilianworking on Fort Campbell,have made a difference in reducing that number.

As we maneuveraround post, providing briefsand presentations on suicideprevention, the one point we always stress is “look out for thepeople you care about”. While there are no expectations for everyone tobecome a psychologist or therapist, everyone should be aware of thedanger signs that someone may be at risk. The warning signs are numerous and obvious, even to the “untrained” eye. Is my buddy sleeping more (or less) than normal? Has her appetite changed? Is heeating less (or more) than what is normal forhim? Does she appear sad or depressed? Hashe been isolating himself from Family andfriends? Does she talk about suicide? Theseare just a few of the warning signs that maybe evident if one is experiencing suicidalthoughts. The point to be taken away here is:these and other warning signs may be moreevident to someone we are close to, someonewe know well. This is where we must all stepin and be the ones to assist the psychologistsand therapists identify someone who may bein trouble. It takes personal courage to approach a Family Member or friend and askthat tough question: Are you thinking aboutkilling yourself? It very well may be the hardest question anyone will ever have to askanother person, but, it must be said. You may

not get an answer, but on the other hand, you just might!At that point, if the answer is yes, your responsibilities have

just increased, which is a good thing. If your friend or Family Memberwants to talk, just listen. You do not have to be an advisor on what they

need to do, just listen. If they are willing to get help, takethem, and take them right away. Do NOT leave

them alone! There is alwayssomeone available tohelp such as a memberof the Chain of Com-mand or a Chaplain. Ifthese individuals are notavailable, escort yourfriend or Family Memberto the closest EmergencyRoom. Your responsibility at that point is to keep them safe.

We believe the reason the number of suicides isdropping here at Fort Campbellis mainly because of peoplelike you. It takes all of us to ensure the people we care aboutstay healthy, not only physicallybut also mentally and emotionally.

Suicide is not a pleasantsubject, but methods to help prevent it MUST be talked about.

How can we keep it from happening? If we all continue to pay attentionand demonstrate the personal courage to care for the ones in need, it canbe done and we will continue to have success here in our little corner ofthe world. We can, as a team, make the difference.

Personal Courage:Making the Difference

by Tony Saluzzo

Following are programs available through the Army Substance Abuse Program(ASAP)

ASAP ManagerKaren R. Milner(270) 412-0214

[email protected]

Suicide PreventionJoe Varney

(270) 412-6825Tony Saluzzo

(270) 412-0078

Risk Reduction & Prevention Lead Coordinator

Tiffany A. Simms(270) 412-0083

[email protected]

Installation Drug TestingStaci D. Campos(270) 798-7270

[email protected]

Employee Assistance ProgramRamon Maisonet(270) 798-4411

Clinical/CounselingASAP Counseling Center

Bldg 2526, 22nd and Kentucky(270) 412-6883

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MODERN DAY TREASUREHUNTING

Geocaching (gee-oh-cashing) is a high-tech real-world treasurehunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekersequipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers called geocaches. Leave behind your GPS device, cables andpaper printouts. Just grab your smart phone, seek and enjoy. Geocaching Live-enabled Applications are exactly what the modern daytreasure hunter needs. The Groundspeak Geocaching Application usesa combination of GPS, Wi-Fi positioning and cell towers to determineyour approximate location. The Application then queries the Geocaching.com database in real-time and provides a list of geocachesnear you. The Groundspeak Geocaching Application is currently availablefor the iPhone, Android and Windows Phone 7. You can do so muchmore with this application than you can with a traditional GPS unit. Youcan search by current location, address or GC code; access geocachedetails; look up trackable item details while on the trail; save geocachelistings, including maps and photos; log geocache finds and post notesin the field; submit trackable logs; upload photos when you log a geocache and even filter your hides and finds from the Geocaching.comsearch results.

The advanced navigation capabilities vary by phone but can include switching between street, topographic, satellite and Google

maps; rotating your map tomatch your heading and viewing cache size, terrainand difficulty rating directlyfrom the map screen.

If you want to become one of over 5 milliongeocachers worldwide butthought you had to purchaseexpensive equipment now youcan use the smart phone youalready have. Go somewhere,do something. That’s thebasic idea behind Geocachingchallenges. More informationon the Geocaching applications is available at www.geocaching.com.

by CynDe Clack

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