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VOLUME 70, NUMBER 25 Celebrating 70 years of community partnership June 27, 2013

NAVAL AIR STATION PATUXENT RIVER, MARYLAND

By Jamie CosgroveUnmanned Aviationand Strike WeaponsPublic Affairs Office

A lifelong dream cametrue for a Marine Corps pilotat Naval Air Station Patux-ent River when she receivednews in early June that shewas chosen to be an astro-naut candidate.Marine Corps Maj. Nicole

Mann, a naval aviator sup-porting the Naval Air Sys-tems Command (NAVAIR)Strike Planning and Execu-tion Program Office (PMA-281), was one of eight candi-dates from a pool 6,100 ap-plicants, selected to be partof NASA’s elite astronautprogram, according to theagency’s press release.“Everyone dreams of go-

ing to space, but to possiblyhave the chance to do it isthe opportunity of a life-time,” said Mann, who remi-nisced about wanting to bean explorer as a young girl.Mann said she has been

interested in science andtechnology since childhood.

Fixing and taking things apartas well as understanding howand why things worked hadalways fascinated her.“As I got older, I knew

I wanted to focus my edu-cation in the area of mathand science, which is whymechanical engineeringseemed fitting,” she said.“When I started to exploremy options in high school,I felt a sense of honor andpride when I thought aboutserving my country. That iswhat drove me toward themilitary.”Mann said she knew she

would receive a great edu-cation and have the oppor-tunity to serve her countryby attending the U.S. NavalAcademy. The summer be-fore her senior year at theacademy, Mann had the op-portunity to fly in the back-seat of an F/A-18 for the firsttime. She hadn’t necessarilythought about an aviationcareer path before that day,she said, but it was an amaz-ing experience that changedher life.“Wow, it’s the best of

both worlds, to be a Marine

and be able to fly,” she re-called thinking.After graduating from

the academy with a degreein mechanical engineering,Mann went on to receive hermaster’s at Stanford Univer-sity. Next came flight school,where she earned her pilot’swings in 2003 and selectedthe F/A-18C, amulti-missiontactical jet aircraft.More than a decade later,

Mann has logged more than1,500 flight hours and 47combatmissions. In the F/A-18C, she has completed twodeployments flying missionsoff USS Enterprise (CVN 65)in support of OperationsIraqi and Enduring Freedom.Besides her aviation

background, Mann said hertest and acquisition experi-ence at Pax River definitelyhelped ease NASA’s inter-view process. A 2009 NavalTest Pilot School Class 135graduate, Mann served asa test pilot and the opera-tions officer for Air Test andEvaluation Squadron (VX)23 before joining PMA-281,where she leads a team thatprovides mission planning

systems to aviation and am-phibious forces.“Maj. Mann has been per-

forming at the “astronaut”level in this office since herarrival,” saidMike Paul, PMA-281programmanager. “Inmytime in the military and as acivilian, she would bemy firstchoice for this program.”Life for this Marine pilot,

military spouse and motheris about to get more exciting.

In just two months, Mannand her 16-month son willhead to Houston, so she canbegin training at JohnsonSpace Center while her hus-band begins a yearlong de-ployment to theMiddle East.“It will be a challenge to

say the least, but I am readyfor it,” she said.Also selected with Mann

was Army Maj. Anne McClainwho graduted the U.S. Naval

Test Pilot School on June 15withClass 143, and JoshCassa-da, aUSNTPSClass 130 gradu-ateandinstructor fromJanuary2009 toDecember 2010.Mann and the team of

new astronaut candidateswill receive a wide array oftechnical training at spacecenters around the globe toprepare for missions to low-Earth orbit, an asteroid andMars, according to NASA.

U.S. Navy photo

Marine Corps Maj. Nicole Mann, who was recently selected as a 2013 NASAastronaut candidate, aboard USS Enterprise (CVN 65) in 2007 just prior toan Operation Enduring Freedom mission. Mann is currently stationed at Na-val Air Station Patuxent River supporting the Strike Planning and ExecutionProgram Office (PMA-281).

One small step for Mann...Pax River Marine Corps pilotselected as astronaut candidate

By Donna CipolloniTester staff writer

According to the Mary-land Department of NaturalResources, Maryland hasone of the highest rates ofLyme disease in the UnitedStates, and unfortunately,the recent mild winter didnothing to thin the tick pop-ulation.While only one tick

transmits this potentiallydeadly disease to humans,Kyle Rambo, conservationdirector at Naval Air StationPatuxent River, cautionspeople to be wary of all ticks.“Only the black-legged

tick, formerly known as thedeer tick, transmits Lymedisease to humans,” he said.

“But, other ticks can trans-mit other harmful diseases.”Rambo explained that

due to this year’s mild winterweather, tick hosts— rodentsand deer — likely experi-enced unusually high win-ter survival rates leaving anabundance of ticks anywherefrequented by these wildlifehosts; places such as woods,forest edges, brushy areas,and in tall weeds and grass.“At Pax River, the reduc-

tion in groundskeeping ser-vices could result in highertick populations in areas ofhuman habitation as smallmammals move in to thoseareas and share their para-site loads with people usingthe same spaces,” Rambosaid.

To avoid tick bites, Ram-bo recommends people stayon trails and walkways asmuch as possible, avoidingareas frequented by wildlife.“But if you must go into

those areas, wear light-col-ored clothing and tuck pantlegs into your socks so thatticks remain on the outsideof your clothing and theirdark bodies are more easilyseen against the light color,”he said. “Good hygiene isthe key to preventing Lymedisease and other tick-bornediseases. Check yourselfcarefully and remove tickspromptly.”Of course, ticks also live

Mild winter stimulatesabundant tick population

See Ticks, Page 12

U.S. Navy photo by Donna Cipolloni

Marine Corps Col. Andre Mercier, left, took command of the Marine Aviation De-tachment Patuxent River during a ceremony June 19 from Col. Gregg “Art” Monk,who held the position since September 2011. Mercier, an EA-6B Electronic Coun-termeasures Officer, is the 30th commander of MAD. His previous assignmentsinclude: Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 129, Marine Tactical Electronic WarfareSquadron (VMAQ) 4, Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23, Air Test and Evalu-ation Squadron (VX) 31, Marine Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron (VMAQ) 3,Commander, Electronic Attack Wing staff and U.S. Naval Test Pilot School student.He has also flown 48missions in Afghanistan. Monk leaves his post to take chargeof the Defense Contract Management Agency Sikorsky in Stratford, Conn. Salutingin the photo is the MAD Sergeant Major, Sgt. Maj. Stephen C. Smith.

Mercier takes over MAD

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By Annalise KenneyPublic Affairs Intern

Built three years ago, the River’s Edge Catering andConference Center at Naval Air Station Patuxent River wasconstructed to replace the Cedar Point Club, formerly theOfficers’ Club — an outdated, limited venue.

The River’s Edge offers a grand ballroom, an in-houserestaurant, an outdoor patio and the Bald Eagle Pub in ad-dition to offices, a kitchen and meeting spaces. Events andoffering include:

Comics onDuty on Oct. 26 has four comics from across thecountry. Tickets are $15 in advance or $25 at the door, and in-clude an appetizer buffet. A cash bar is also available.

Dinner and Dancing events are hosted quarterly. Adance floor and DJ in the dining room kick off an eveningof dancing, which includes dance lessons on some nights.Tickets are $18.95.

Fourth of July Extravaganza features a spectacular viewof the Solomons fireworks, live musical entertainment andan outdoor buffet. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 foryouths ages 10 and younger.

Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go offers a turkey with all thetraditional sides, fully prepared to keep things simple. CallRiver’s Edge for pricing information.

Waterside Stage on Sept. 12 offers multiple performanc-es by a local playwright. Guests are invited to enjoy the per-formances on the hillside in the comfort of their own lawnchairs. Light summer fare is available at a nominal charge.Seating opens at 5:30 p.m., performance begins at 7 p.m.Tickets are $8.50.

Weddings event packages include all the wedding es-sentials from the hors d’oeuvres and champagne toast withdinner, to cake cutting, linens and a dance floor.

Wine Tasting Wednesdays begin again in September.This event is from 4-6 p.m. Wednesdays. Cost is $5 and cov-ers six tastes and a special wineglass.

To make reservations for use of the River’s Edge Cateringand Conference Center, call 301-342-3656.

Easy eating with Eddie’s eateriesBy Donna CipolloniTester staff writer

If you’re tired of packing your own lunch, want to mixup your usual fare, or are looking for a place on base youmay not have tried before, then check out Eddie’s.

Operated by Morale, Welfare and Recreation, Eddie’shas five locations across Naval Air Station Patuxent Riveroffering sandwiches, salads, soups, sweets and bever-ages.

“The menu at Eddie’s is the same every day, exceptfor a daily special,” said Laura Monto, general managerfor the River’s Edge Conference Center and Eddie’s. “Forinstance, we used to do meatball subs on Mondays butnow that the weather is warmer, we’ve recently switchedto roasted chicken breast, crumbled bacon, Jack cheeseand avocado on salad that’s proving to be quite popular.”

Each morning, the food for Eddie’s eateries is pre-pared at River’s Edge and transported to each location byvan — everything from egg salad or BBQ pork sandwich-es to chef’s salads to bowls of soups and home-style chili.Side salads of the day may include macaroni or potatosalad; you can add a side salad or soup to any sandwichfor a little extra cash; grab a fruit cup or a freshly-bakedcookie; or even find a hardboiled egg on the “extras”menu. Different hot specials, kept warm on steam tableswith lids, are available on alternate days.

“There’s a burger on Tuesday, chicken fritters onWednesday and hot dogs on Thursday,” Monto said.

Food safety and cash handling training is required ofevery Eddie’s employee. A staff of 10 serves about 1,000customers daily.

“The people who work at Eddie’s are wonderful,”Monto said. “They’re hard workers who really care abouttheir shop and their customers. They want to take care ofthem and they’ll let us know what’s working and what’snot. We once tried to save labor by purchasing pre-cooked bacon, but the workers told us their customersdidn’t like it, so we stopped.”

The supervisor for all of the Eddie’s eateries is LarcyKusluch, and it’s her job to keep everyone in order, trackfood products brought to each shop and take note of cus-tomer feedback.

“We have regulars and they know what they like,”Kusluch said. “If we try to add onion to the macaronisalad, we’ll hear about it.”

Customer feedback is important and weekly meet-ings give staff and management a chance to discuss whatworks and what doesn’t.

“Through time, we’ll see what’s successful,” Montosaid. “We started our specials to test new items.”

Another test begun a few weeks ago is a limited break-fast menu, currently only being served at the Eddie’s lo-cated in building 2133, Joint Strike Fighter/IntegratedTest Facility (JSF).

“We’ll run the test for a couple months to see if it’sworthwhile,” Monto explained. “The labor to run break-fast is costly, so we’ll need a certain number of sales tomake it feasible.”

Eddie’s eateries are located in buildings 2185 NorthEngineering Center; 2187 South Engineering Center;2805 Presidential Helicopter; 2133 JSF; and 2118 AtlanticTest Range.

Eddie’s hours of operation are 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.weekdays. They are not open on federal holidays orweekends.

Photos and illustration by Annalise Kenney

By Donna CipolloniTester staff writer

Training was recently completed at Naval Air StationPatuxent River for the latest class of Command FitnessLeaders (CFL) certified to oversee and administer the Navy’sbi-annual physical readiness test for commands across theinstallation.

Facilitated by Morale, Welfare and Recreation fitnesstrainers, the five-day CFL course includes instruction in ex-ercise physiology, nutrition education, injury prevention,safety issues, body composition assessment training andthe administrative policies governing the Navy’s PhysicalReadiness Program.

“Classes are 7 a.m. through 4 p.m. and about half the dayis spent in classroom sessions on policy and the other half inphysical training,” explained Kerry Davis, fitness coordina-tor. “We make sure they know what the standards are, whatthey’re expected to do, and the proper way to run the testing.”

Training culminates with a written test where partici-pants must earn a minimum of 80 percent to receive theircertification, plus pass the Navy’s Physical Readiness Test— a combination of timed situps, pushups and 1.5 mile run— with a rating of excellent or better.

“They must be a model of fitness for their command,”Davis said.

Chief Aviation Structural Mechanic Kerry Staniford hasbeen a CFL since 2004 and said he got involved initially be-cause of his family’s history with heart health issues andhigh cholesterol.

“I do what I do because I want to avoid the problemssome of my family members have,” he said. “I figured Icould head off heart disease if I started exercising earlier,rather than later; or never started at all.”

Staniford is responsible for the 35 Sailors in Atlantic TestWing and can also assist the wing’s subordinate commands,which include Air Test and Evaluation Squadrons (VX) 1,(HX) 1 and (HX) 23; Unmanned Aircraft Systems Test Di-rectorate; and the Naval Test Pilot School.

“The purpose of the program is to evaluate our Sailors’physical health, ability and endurance,” Staniford said. “It’sdesigned to keep them fit.”

In addition to administering the physical assessmenttesting, CFLs are also available to help Sailors who fail thetest, or are in danger of failing the test, by providing adviceand assistance on everything from one-on-one training toinformation about practical online exercise and nutritionresources such as NOFFS — Navy Operation Fitness and

Fueling Series.“Failure is serious and multiple failures can end your na-

val career,” Staniford said. “A CFL can’t be afraid of hurtingpeople’s feelings; they need to be able to tell people what theyhave to do to succeed and then support them while they doit. If people want the help, that’s what the CFL is there for.”

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U.S. Navy photo by Donna Cipolloni

Sailors from various tenant commands across Naval Air Station Patuxent River are shown warmingup prior to physical training during their participation in the week-long Command Fitness Leader cer-tification program, recently completed in June.

Training certifies Command Fitness Leaders

On base:Naval Health Clinic Training Stand-down Friday

Friday, 1-4 p.m.Naval Health Clinic Patuxent River is closed from 1-4

p.m. Friday for a mandatory Sexual Assault Preventiontraining. Individuals in need of medical assistance shouldcall 301-342-1506.

Commissary Fourth of July Holiday HoursThe commissary is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 4. Nor-

mal hours resume July 5.

Man’s Ring FoundA large man’s ring was found at the commissary June 15.

To identify and claim it, go to the commissary customer ser-vice window.

Services Change in Hours during FurloughThe following services are altered beginning July 8 and

running through Sept. 30, unless otherwise noted.Commissary: Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.Drill Hall Indoor Pool: Closed when Outdoor Pool is open.Indoor Pool reopens Sept. 3.Gate 1 Pass Office: Closed until further notice.Personal Property: 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdaysand Thursdays; 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays, for train-ing; and closed Fridays.Personnel Support Activity services: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.weekdays; CAC/ID card service hours will not change.

New NEX, Mini Mart HoursStriving to provide better store coverage with staff and

PREMIER customer service during peak hours of business,the Navy Exchange (NEX) and Mini Mart hours of operationare now:

Main Store: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday;10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays and Holidays;

Mini Mart: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays; 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.Saturdays; 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays; and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.Holidays.

Call For Diversity Advisory Team MembersMilitary and DOD civilians can now apply to become

a member of Naval Air Systems Command’s Hispanic En-gagement Action Team (HEAT), African-American PipelinesAdvisory Team (APAT) or the Individuals with DisabilitiesAction Team (IWD A-Team). For more information on anyof these teams or to join, contact Shaniqua Cousins at [email protected] by July 12.

Pax River Quality of Drinking Water ReportThe annual Consumer Confidence Report on the Quality

of Drinking Water for Naval Air Station Patuxent River resi-dents and employees is now available. This annual report ismandated by the Safe Drinking Water Act and is intended toraise consumer awareness about where their drinking wa-ter comes from, and to help them understand the processby which safe drinking water is delivered to their homesand workspaces on the air station. This report is availableat https://mynavair.navair.navy.mil/links/MOC. For moreinformation about the report or the station’s drinking watersupply, contact Lance McDaniel at 301-757-2903 or [email protected].

DOD Vehicle Base Decals EliminatedBeginning July 1, base decals will no longer be issued and

will no longer be required for entry onto the naval air sta-tion, Navy recreation center or Webster Outlying Field aslong as there is a valid DOD ID card holder in the vehicle.Those needing base access but do not have a valid DOD IDcard will still have to get a vehicle pass — not decal — at theGate 2 Pass and ID Office. All drivers aboard the installationmust carry a valid driver’s license, and current registrationand insurance. Military motorcycle riders must also have acopy of their basic riders’ course completion certificate. Youmay be denied access if unable to provide these items when

asked by the sentries or law enforcement. Personnel whocurrently have a base decal on their vehicle are encouraged,but not required, to scrape the decal off.

Special AIAA/SWE LuncheonJuly 11, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.River’s Edge Conference CenterThis special American Institute of Aeronautics and As-

tronautics (AIAA) and Society of Women Engineers (SWE)luncheon features “Adventures in Science & Engineeringfrom Space” with guest speaker, Dr. Sandra H. Magnus,the executive director of AIAA and a former NASA astro-naut. Cost is $18 for AIAA and SWE members; $20 for allothers. Visit www.baltwashswe.org , click on “Activities &Calendar,” “BWS Events List,” and then AIAA/SWE lun-cheon on July 11. Contact Monty Wright at 301-342-9499 [email protected].

Where’s Gnorman?Somewhere in this issue we’ve hidden Gnorman the

gnome. Be the first to call in his location and receive oneCenter Stage Theater movie ticket; good for any CenterStage movie. The same person cannot win more than oncea month. Calls are only accepted between 8 a.m. and 4:30p.m. Fridays. Call the Tester staff at 301-342-4163. Lastweek’s winner was Andrea Liem.

Journey Leadership Development ProgramDeadline: July 19Naval Air Systems Command military and DOD civilians

can now apply for JLDP, part of NAVAIR’s ongoing commit-ment to leadership development. JLDP enables participantsto enhance their productivity skills, develop a more robustpersonal network, increase organizational knowledge andgain opportunities for professional growth and advance-ment. JLDP is open to DOD civilians GS 9-13 and WG 9-13— salary equivalent to GS-09/4 for other pay bands — andmilitary E4-E6 and O1-O3. Visit https://mynavair.navair.navy.mil/careerdevelopment.

News Briefs

All classes are held at the Fleet and Family Support Centerunless otherwise noted. Classes and FFSC services are opento active duty, retired and reserve military. Reservations arenecessary and can be made by calling 301-342-4911.

Financial Counseling ServicesThe Personal Financial Educator at the Fleet and Fam-

ily Support Center (FFSC) can help Sailors and their fam-ily work toward managing their finances, resolve finan-cial problems and reach long-term goals. With the help ofthe FFSC Financial Educator, military members and theirfamily members can take control of their finances, reducemoney-related stress and overcome the financial challengesof military life. These services are available to active duty,retirees and family members. Make an appointment with acounselor by calling 301-342-5442.

1-2-3 MagicJuly 8, 15 and 22, noon to 2 p.m.Frustrated with trying to find an effective and positive

way to discipline the kids? The 1-2-3 Magic: Effective Disci-

pline for children ages 2-12 seminar is an evidence-based,easy-to-learn method that promotes effective parenting forboth parents. Parenting tasks are broken down into threestraightforward jobs: Controlling obnoxious behavior, en-couraging good behavior, and strengthening your relation-ship between you and your children.

Résumé WritingJuly 9, 1-4 p.m.This program offers many different trends and tech-

niques for writing the best résumé possible. Don’t getpassed over because your résumé lacks keywords or isn’t inthe preferred format. Seating is limited.

Welcome to PaxJuly 10, 9-11 a.m.Take a windshield tour of the naval air station and at-

tend a class jam-packed with information about the baseand surrounding communities. Local information packetprovided.

Ombudsman Basic TrainingJuly 10-12, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.Learn all of the things necessary to be a successful Om-

budsman during this required three-day training.

Playgroup at Glenn Forest Community CenterThursdays, 10-11 a.m.Moms, dads and caregivers are invited to bring their chil-

dren for playtime at the Glenn Forest Community Center.

Anger Management (three, two-hours sessions)July 17, 24 and 31, 2-4 p.m.Anger is a basic emotion. Join this three-session work-

shop to get a better understanding of anger and how to skill-fully express and manage anger in an effective way.

Personal CommunicationJuly 18, 1-2:30 p.m.This class provides information on different communi-

cation styles and ways to develop more effective speakingand listening skills. Participants practice insightful, produc-tive and rewarding ways to interact with people.

Transition Assistance Program (TAP) SeparateeJuly 22-25, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and July 6, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.TAP is for separating and retiring military members. It

is a joint venture by the FFSC and the Departments of De-fense, Labor, and Veterans Affairs. Topics include skill as-sessment, résumé writing, job search methods, interviewtechniques and a review of veterans benefits. Seating islimited. Register through a Career Counselor.

Stress ManagementJuly 25, 2-2:30 p.m.Stress is a part of life and this class offers an understand-

ing of how one’s beliefs and thought processes have an im-pact on how he or she deals with stress. Participants walkaway with specific actions to manage stress that they canincorporate into their life immediately.

Ten Steps to a Federal JobJuly 31, 1-4 p.m.Learn how to navigate the federal job system. A 137-page

training guide is provided.

Budgeting for Baby at Building 401July 31, 10 a.m. to noonThe NavyMarine Corps Relief Society illustrates the hid-

den costs associated with a growing family during this class.All Navy andMarine Corps service members who attend re-ceive a new layette valued at more than $100.


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Front row, from left, Fleet Readiness Centers Commander and Logisticsand Industrial Operations (AIR-6.0) Assistant Commander Rear Adm. CJJaynes; scholarship recipients, Kristina Sebacher, Emma Holmes, RyanGray, Greg Mazur; and Marine Corps Aviation Association John GlennSquadron Commander Col. Andre Mercier. Back row, from left, scholar-ship recipients Tom Krumenacker, Brendan Lessel, Jake Dunigan, NoahWichrowski and Zach Nega.

By Mike McGinnMarine CorpsAviation AssociationJohn Glenn Squadronexecutive officer

As a crowd of members,donors and awardees’ fami-lies looked on, the MarineCorps Aviation Association(MCAA) John Glenn Squad-ron presented nine tri-countyarea high school seniors withscholarships totaling $46,000during a ceremony June 12 atthe Calvert Marine MuseumDrum Point Lighthouse.

Award recipients were:EmmaHolmes fromGreat

Mills High School STEMAcademy, who received$6,000; Jake Dunigan andGreg Mazur from PatuxentHigh School, Ryan Gray and

Tom Krumenacker from St.Mary’s Ryken High School,Brendan Lessel from Leon-ardtown High School, ZachNega from HuntingtownHigh School, and Kristina Se-bacher and NoahWichrowskifrom Great Mills High SchoolSTEMAcademyeach received$5,000.

The ceremony’s keynotespeaker, Rear Adm. CJ Jaynes,commander of the FleetReadiness Centers and assis-tant commander for Logisticsand Industrial Operations(AIR-6.0) at the Naval Air Sys-tems Command, along withMCAA squadron commanderMarineCorpsCol. AndreMer-cier, presented the scholar-ship checks to the students.

The MCAA John GlennSquadron scholarship pro-gram, which was initiated

in 2006 by squadron mem-ber Jim King, presented itsfirst scholarships in 2007when $20,000 was awardedto six students. Since then,$229,500 has been awardedto 54 high-caliber local areastudents.

The scholarships aremeritbased and are awarded totri-county area high schoolseniors who plan to pursue aSTEM-baseddegree in collegeandwho show an interest in acareer field that could benefitthe Department of Defenseand Marine Corps aviation.Funding for the scholarshipscomes from donations.

To learn more about thescholarship program and tosee past recipients, visit www.mcaa-jgs.org/scholarship.html.

MCAA John Glenn Squadronpresents $46,000 in scholarships

By Al KanissGuest contributor

Some expressions are sooverused they tend to losetheir meaning. A commongreeting is “how are you do-ing?” I always wonder, dopeople who ask this wantanswers such as: “I have aheadache,” “I’m worried,” “Idon’t feel well,” or perhaps,“Fantastic, how are YOU do-ing?”

“How are you doing”seems to have become just aeuphemism for the “hello,”“hi,” or “good morning;”why don’t we just say whatwe mean?

Another familiar ex-pression is “good luck.” Al-though it’s routine to wishsomeone good luck upongraduation or with some en-deavor, I wonder if the per-son saying it thinks that lifeand what happens in it areall just a matter of chance.After all, study, hard work,diligence and practice playa factor in success, not justluck.

The link between luckand success is often refut-ed. The saying, “the more Ipractice, the luckier I get,”has been attributed to anumber of famous golfers.

Quite a few successfulpeople claim that luck is

where preparation meetsopportunity. I think mostpeople would agree, get-ting good grades in school,doing well in a job, keepinga car running properly andhaving sound relationshipsare due to more than justluck. Putting forth effort isan important factor.

Another factor in oursuccess is God. Many peo-ple feel that rather thanluck, God has the greatestinfluence on their lives bysetting up opportunities,presenting challenges andgiving blessings. What mayseem a problem or “badluck” to us could actually bepart of God’s perfect planfor our life.

Dr. Walter Fremont com-pared our lives to doing aneedlepoint: God looksdown on the top of a beauti-ful pattern he’s weaving forour lives, while we only seethe ugly mess of threads onthe underside.

An example of God’s in-fluence on a person’s life isthat of Joseph in the bookof Genesis. Joseph was avery godly person. Had henot been, the happenings inhis life would have seemedlike merely good luck or badluck. He gets a beautifulcoat of many colors - goodluck; his brothers sell himinto slavery - bad luck; he

prospers in Potipher’s em-ploy - good luck; he’s sent toprison - bad luck; he’s madethe Prime Minister -goodluck.

But, the Bible tells usotherwise. God was with Jo-seph, watching out for himevery step of the way. Jo-seph showed that he under-stood this by explaining tohis brothers that while theymeant his exile for bad, Godmeant it for good, to saveHis people from starvation.

I don’t believe there’sactually any such thing asluck, but that God is in to-tal control of our lives. Heeither causes things to hap-pen, allows things to hap-pen or prevents things fromhappening.

Since we’re unable to seethe entire tapestry of ourlives or of God’s plan, weshouldn’t try to figure outwhy God thinks or acts the

way he does; Romans 11:34says no one can know themind of God.

How much sweeter ourlife can be when we view itas controlled by God ratherthan luck. We’re no longervictims, but under his pro-tection and control. Trust-ing God rather than luck forour lives is exemplified byreflecting God in our char-acter, learning to thank Godfor both the good and thebad events in life, trustingGod when the path of lifeis rough, accomplishingGod’s purpose for our lives,and blessing others with ourwords and deeds. Just likethe phrases, “how are youdoing?” and “good luck!”seems to have become aeuphemism for “I wish youwell.”

Rather than using theusual sentiment “goodluck,” try this alternativefrom John 3:2: “Dear friend,I pray that you may enjoygood health and that allmay go well with you,” andthis one fromNumbers 6:24:“The Lord bless you andkeep you.” Not only wouldthis sentiment be moremeaningful to the recipient,it would also acknowledgethe important role that Godplays in our lives.

For all MWR news, visit www.cnic.navy.mil/Patuxentand click on Fleet and Family Readiness.

Evergreen School District Child DevelopmentHome Openings 2013-2014 School Year

The Child Development Homes program has openingsfor before- and after-school care for the Challenger Estatesand Columbia Colony military housing areas for the 2013-2014 school year. The Evergreen Elementary School, whichservices these housing areas, does not provide bus serviceto the Youth Center on base, and the Youth Center does nottransport to Evergreen. Call 301-342-3960.

Morale Welfare and RecreationRiver’s Edge Catering and Conference Center 301-342-3656Cedar Point Golf Course 301-342-3597Customized Creations 301-342-6293NRC Solomons Recreations 410-286-8047Energy Zone 301-995-3869

Fourth of July Blast at the River’s EdgeTicket deadline: FridayJuly 4: Dinner from 6-8 p.m., live music from Groove

Span from 7-9:30 p.m.Bring a lawn chair or blanket to watch the fireworks and

enjoy a casual buffet of burgers, hot dogs, shrimp kebabs,

pulled pork, rice, baked beans, corn on the cob, cookies, wa-termelon and more. Tickets are non-refundable and mustbe purchased by Friday. No pets or coolers. Cost is $25 foradults, $10 for youths ages 10 and younger.

Firework viewers are permitted to enter at 9 p.m.Call 301-342-3656.Sponsored by Northrop Grumman.Naval Air Station Patuxent River appreciates and thanks

its sponsors. However, neither the Navy nor any part of thefederal government officially endorses any product, companyor their goods and services.

Patriotic Parade at NRC SolomonsJuly 4, 3 p.m.Join the Solomons team in the third annual Patriotic

Parade on July 4. Whether it’s a pooch dressed up as Un-cle Sam, a little red wagon with stars and stripes, a bicyclewith streamers or a golf cart with balloons, the Solomonsteam looks forward to everyone joining them for this fam-ily friendly walk from the Adventure Zone to the RiversidePool. Call 410-286-8047.

Red White and Blue Golf TournamentJuly 4, tee off between 7-11 a.m.Use red, white and blue sequence for teeing off, golfers

start with the color of their choice. Registration is takenbefore playing. Entry fee is $10, plus greens fee. Guests arepermitted. Call 301-342-3597.

Ballroom Dance ClassMondays in July, and Aug. 5 and 12, 6-8 p.m.Get some exercise or just enjoy an evening out at the En-

ergy Zone during this dancing class. Recommended attire isleather-soled shoes. Couples preferred, but interested singleswill be put on a list to be paired up. Cost is $48 per person fora six-week session. Register at the fitness and sports office.

Card and Scrapbook ClassJuly 10, 24 and 31, 5-7:30 p.m.Students create three cards and a scrapbook page each

week. Cost is $10 for one class plus a $5 materials fee, or $25for all three classes plus a $15 materials fee. Participants areencouraged to bring one to two photos each week for theirscrapbook page. Participants must be age 13 or older. July10: Bay the Seashore & Best of Flowers Cards; July 24: Bestof Butterflies & Lacy & Lovely Cards; and July 31: SpongingTechnique class and Easy Events Cards. There must be aminimum of four participants for this class to proceed. CallCustomized Creations to register.


St. Nicolas ChapelSchedule

Office hours:Weekdays, 8:30-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.

Main Office phone: 301-342-3811

Daily Mass:Monday-Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to noon

Sunday Services:Morning Catholic service: 9-10 a.m.Evening Catholic service: 5-6 p.m.Protestant service: 11 a.m. to 12:10 p.m.

Drill Hall Renovation UpdateDuring the next seven months, the naval air station’s

Drill Hall has been scheduled to undergo extensive ren-ovations. In addition to the ladies shower and fitnessroom renovations under way, the Drill Hall will receivenew lighting, insulation and wireless fans.

The fitness and sports team is working hard to avoidinterruptions to patron amenities and schedules, how-ever, due to the broad work being done, some closuresand reductions in equipment and courts will be neces-sary during the process:Until July 12

Varsity Basketball and Racquetball Courts will beclosed. Cardio equipment will be available in FitnessRooms. The selectorized strength equipment will onlybe available for use after 4 p.m. weekdays, and all dayson weekends and holidays.July 15 through Aug. 2

Basketball Courts 1-3, closed for two to three dayseach, beginning with Court 3.Aug. 5 through Sept. 27

Basketball Courts 1-3 and Volleyball Courts, closedfor two weeks each, one court at a time.July 22 through Jan. 31, 2014

Fitness Rooms and Racquetball Courts, closed. Fit-ness equipment will be available for use on Varsity Court.

The Fitness and Sports Team would appreciate pa-tience and understanding during these renovations. Call301-757-1194.

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Thursday, June 276:30 p.m., The Great Gatsby

The film follows Fitzger-ald-like, would-be writerNick Carraway as he leavesthe Midwest and comes toNew York City in the springof 1922, an era of looseningmorals, glittering jazz andbootleg kings. Nick landsnext door to a mysterious,millionaire, and across thebay from his cousin and herphilandering husband. It isthus that Nick is drawn intothe captivating world of thesuper-rich, their illusions,loves and deceits. As Nickbears witness, within andwithout the world he inhab-its, he pens a tale of love,incorruptible dreams andhigh-octane tragedy, andholds a mirror to our ownmodern times and struggles.Rated: PG-13 (2 hr, 22 min.)

Friday, June 286:30 p.m., Fast and Furious 6

Since Dom and Brian’s

Rio heist toppled a kingpin’sempire and left their crewwith $100 million, our he-roes have scattered acrossthe globe. But their inabil-ity to return home and liv-ing forever on the lam haveleft their lives incomplete.Meanwhile, Hobbs has beentracking an organization oflethally skilled mercenary

drivers across 12 countries,whose mastermind is aidedby a ruthless second-in-command revealed to bethe love Dom thought wasdead, Letty. The only wayto stop the criminal outfit isto outmatch them at streetlevel, so Hobbs asks Dom toassemble his elite team inLondon. Rated: PG-13 (2 hr.10 min.)

9:30 p.m., The HangoverPart III

After the death of his fa-ther, Alan turns to the Wolf-pack in his time of grief. Thistime, there’s just one simpleroad trip. What could gowrong? Rated: R (1 hr. 40 min.)

Saturday, June 294 p.m., The Croods(free showing)

The world’s first familyembarks on a journey of alifetime when the cave thathas shielded them from dan-ger is destroyed. The Croodsdiscover an incredible newworld filled with fantasticcreatures — and their out-look is changed forever. Rat-ed: PG (1 hr. 38 min.)6:30 p.m., Fast and Furious 6

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Sunday, June 302 p.m., Star Trek:Into Darkness (3D)

When the crew of the En-terprise is called back home,they find a force of terrorfrom within their own organi-zation has detonated the fleetand everything it stands for,leaving our world in a stateof crisis. Captain Kirk leads amanhunt to a war-zone worldto capture a one man weaponof mass destruction. As ourheroes are propelled into achess game of life and death,friendships will be torn apart,and sacrifices must be madefor the only family Kirk hasleft: his crew. Rated: PG-13 (2hr. 12 min.)

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By Rich HarrisU.S. Naval Test Pilot School

Nearly 40 U.S. Naval Test Pilot SchoolClass 143 students reached the end of their10-month course with a graduation ceremo-ny June 14 at the River’s Edge ConferenceCenter on Friday, 2013.

The 36 students who completed thecourse earned designations as Test Pilots,

Test Naval Flight Officers and Test Engi-neers. Graduates included members fromthe Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Army,NASA, Israel and the United Kingdom.

TPS graduates earning their master’s de-gree in Aeronautical Engineering were: Lt.Patrick McInerney, Lt. Kellen Smith and Lt.Casey Thompson.

The Outstanding Developmental Phase IIAward went to Marine Corps Capt. Donald

Underwood. This award recognizes the stu-dent who produced the best final report andis symbolic of the long-standing and mutu-ally supporting relationship between theEmpire Test Pilot School in the United King-dom and the U.S. Naval Test Pilot School.

Underwood was also awarded the Com-mander Willie McCool Outstanding Studentaward, which recognizes the top performingstudent in the categories of academics, flight

performance, and technical report writing.The Sid Sherby award went to Army Maj.

AnneMcClain, who also was recently select-ed to the NASA astronaut-candidate class.The Sid Sherby award is presented to thestudent who displays exemplary leadershipin the class. In 1945 Sid Sherby established

US Naval Test Pilot School graduates 36

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Dan Bischoff, Visual Landing Aids in-service engineering team lead for air-capable and amphibious assault aviation ships, installs pencil line andflight deck edge outline lights June 11 in preparation for F-35B Lightning IIshort takeoff night operations at an AM2 Mat vertical takeoff and landingpad at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. The Aircraft Launch and RecoveryEquipment Program Office (PMA-251) VLA team installed the two Next-Generation Visual Landing Aids for upcoming nighttime carrier landingpractices. The systems provide pilots with rotation-line lighting cues for thesimulated flight deck.

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Darren Chernenko,an electronicstechnician withair operations.

Matthew Eubanks,an air traffic controllerwith air operations.

Arman Hocker,a master-at-armswith the securitydepartment.

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By CommanderNavy Installations Command Public Affairs

WASHINGTON (NNS) — Commander, Navy InstallationsCommand announced June 19 a plan to conduct a Reductionin Force, commonly called RIF, action in fiscal year 2013 thatwill be completed in 2014.

Over the course of the next sevenmonths, CNICwill elimi-nate 745 DOD civilian positions throughout its shore enter-prise in seven Navy Regions across 20 states, the District ofColumbia, the Island of Guam, and in the countries of Italy,Greece and Cuba.

The actual total number of people directly impacted bythis RIF actionwill be determined once other workforce shap-ing measures such as Voluntary Separation Incentive Pay-ments, Voluntary Early Retirement Authority and placementinto current vacancies have been completed.

CNIC, along with other Navy commands, has experiencedreduced budgets and must implement cost-saving measuresacross the entire force.

“This action is not taken lightly, but is part of a con-scious, risk-based approach to future shore capabilities thatare aligned with the Navy Mission,” said Vice. Adm. WilliamFrench, CNIC. “I am committed to ensuring that we do all wecan to assist those people directly impacted by this action byproviding them access to all tools available under Reductionin Force rules and assisting themwith finding future employ-ment.”

Career transition services for the employees affected bythe RIF action will vary depending on their needs, but servic-es available will include skills assessment, resume and coverletter preparation, networking and interviewing techniques,counseling, job search assistance, and retraining, if necessary.

Reducing these positions may have marginal impactson the services CNIC has provided in the past. However,it will not have any direct impacts to CNIC’s capability tosupport the mission of providing service to the fleet, fighterand family.

Formore information, visit www.navy.mil, www.facebook.com/usnavy, or www.twitter.com/usnavy.

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right in people’s backyards.In 2004, Environmental Division Director Lance Mc-

Daniel was living on a farm in Nanjemoy and noticed a tickwhile taking a shower one evening. He removed it and, afew days later, observed the red bulls-eye rash symptomaticof Lyme disease.

“I went to a doctor who told me it wasn’t Lyme disease,”McDaniel said. “He toldmeMaryland didn’t have Lyme dis-ease.”

Fortunately, McDaniel insisted the doctor run a bloodtest, but before the results came back, he awoke one morn-ing in paralyzing pain.

“I went to bed feeling fine,” he said, “and I woke up thenext morning in such pain I couldn’t roll over or sit up.”

After two-rounds of antibiotic treatment, McDaniel re-covered although, to this day, he occasionally experiencesunexplained aches and lack of energy.

While he’s not sure if these on- and off-again symptomsare connected to the Lyme disease, he said, “I think theymight be; I’m glad I got the antibiotics early.”

The Center for Disease Control reports that infectedticks must be attached at least 36 hours before the Lymedisease bacterium can be transmitted, and that is why it’sprudent to remove them as soon as they are found. Peopleshould not wait for them to detach on their own.

“Use fine-tipped tweezers to grasp the tick as close tothe skin as possible and pull upward with steady, even pres-sure,” said Chief Hospital Corpsman Marie Kilcoyne, NavalHealth Clinic Patuxent River preventive medicine. “Afterthe tick is removed, clean the area with an antiseptic orsoap and water.”

Kilcoyne advised watching for a red rash, fatigue, chills,fever, headache, muscle and joint aches, and swollen lymphnodes appearing within 3 to 30 days of removing a tick.

“Some people get these symptoms in addition to a rash,”Kilcoyne said, “but in others, these general symptoms maybe the only evidence of infection.”

Patients treated with antibiotics in the early stages ofLyme disease usually recover rapidly and completely, al-

though 10-20 percent of patients, particularly those diag-nosed later, may have persistent or recurring symptoms.

“The good news is that they will get better,” Kilcoynesaid. “The bad news is that it may take up to six months.”

If left untreated, the infection can spread to other areasof the body producing different symptoms such as facialpalsy, severe headaches and stiff neck, pain and swellingin large joints, dizziness and heart palpitations, and evenneurological disorders lasting months to years after the ini-tial tick bite.

“Ticks can also spread other organisms that may causea different type of rash or illness,” Kilcoyne said. “It’s im-portant to monitor yourself or family member for symp-toms following any tick bite and contact your healthcareprovider.”

For detailed information, visit www.cdc.gov and searchLyme disease. Contact Lance McDaniel at 301-757-2903with any environmental questions or concerns.

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Fowler bids farewellGuest speaker U.S. Marine CorpsLt. Col. Jim Harp, left, presents Lt.Col. Matthew Fowler, United StatesMarine Corps lead for Naval Avia-tion Training Systems Program Of-fice (PMA-205), with a Commenda-tion Medal from the Marine CorpsCommandant during Fowler’s retire-ment ceremony June 14 in the RearAdm. William A. Moffett Building.

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An engineering team with the Naval Air Systems Com-mand at Naval Air Station Patuxent River recently rede-signed and tested a UH-1Y helicopter weapons mount,providing extended ground-firing capabilities to Marinesin Afghanistan.

In response to a Marine Corps Urgent Universal NeedsStatement, the Direct and Time Sensitive Strike ProgramOffice (PMA-242) Crew Served Weapons Integration teamredesigned the UH-1Y’s weapons mount, which is used tosecure crew-served weapons to the aircraft.

“Our first concern is for the safety and well-being ofour Sailors and Marines,” said Capt. Brian Corey, PMA-242program manager. “The redesigned mount allows them tocontinue Operation Enduring Freedom with weapons thatcan protect them in a wider range of situations with anincreased field of fire. They can now defend against en-emy fire while in the air and more successfully while onthe ground.”

While the redesign’s original intent was only for theGAU-17 mini gun, PMA-242 expanded the request to in-clude the GAU-21 and M240 machine guns since the UH-1Y helicopter can carry any combination of two GAU-17,GAU-21 or M240 weapons. The new mount brings theUH-1Y increased capability that puts its field of fire on parwith other aircraft, such as the legacy UH-1N helicopter,Corey said. Field of fire refers to the range, elevation andazimuthof a weapon when firing.

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During the tests in May, engineers evaluated the rede-sign of the top bushing of the Defensive Armament System,which holds the weapon-specific mount and the weapon-specific mount stops. The component was redesigned toelevate upward enough to fire weapons farther while theaircraft is on the ground.

“The team of engineers used in-flight data, physical fitchecks and computer-design software to ensure that allclearance requirements were met,” Roland said.

Testing will continue at Pax River for approximately sixmore months to validate the new design’s functionality.Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron in Afghanistanwill be the first squadron to receive the redesigned UH-1Ymount later this year.


As of June 21Intramural Softball LeagueMonday/Wednesday A DivisionRiver Dawgs 2-0Dirty Dogs 2-0Boozin’ Ballers 1-1Chiefs 0-1Moe’s Tavern 0-1Drunken Clams 0-2

Monday/Wednesday B DivisionWarlocks 2-0VQ-4 1-0PPE 1-0Softballs of Steel 1-1VX-1 0-2Liberty 0-2

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An engineering team at Naval Air Station Patux-ent River continues working towards bringinga new capability to the warfighter through theredesign of a UH-1Y helicopter weapons mount.The redesign provides extended ground-firing ca-pabilities for the GAU-17, GAU-21 and M240 weap-ons. Modifications to the mount ensure that eachweapon’s field of fire is increased as much aspossible while also ensuring that no part of theaircraft can inadvertently be shot.

Redesigned helicopter weapons mountbrings increased fields of fire

the test pilot training division, which later became the U.S.Naval Test Pilot School.

There were 23 students who completed the requirementsfor the engineering test pilot course. The new test pilots are:

Air Force: Maj. Charles M. TrickeyArmy: Maj. Mark J. Cleary, Chief Warrant Officer 4 Jon

R. Lawniczak, Maj. Anne C. McClain, Maj. Ryan B. NelsonMarine Corps: Capt. Robert G. Buck, Capt. M. Andrew

Tacquard and Capt. Donald W. UnderwoodNavy: Lt. Jonathan S. Beaton, Lt. Michael J. Eckert, Lt.

David B. Geleszynski, Lt. Michael R. Luebkert, Lt. Patrick F.McInerney, Lt. Benjamin S. Orloff, Lt. Cole C. Roberts, Lt.Brent K. Robinson, Lt. Cmdr. Jason Saglimbene, Lt. KellenL. Smith, Lt. Casey S. Thompson, Lt. Latham H. Turner, Lt.Eric R. Zilberman

Israel Air Force: Maj. Noam GadotRoyal Navy: Lt. Cmdr. Stephen H. MoseleyEight students completed the engineering test flight of-

ficer course:Marine Corps: Capt. Karl E. IglerNavy: Lt. Silas O. Carpenter, Lt. Brandon J. Colvin, Lt.

Nicholas A. Denison, Lt. James C. Jordan, Lt. Randall G.Reed, Lt. Andrew J. Seator and Lt. Marlin R. Smith III.

Five students fulfilled the requirements for the test proj-ect-engineering course: Adam R. Chesser, Naval Air WarfareCenter Aircraft Division; Cynthia A. Parker, Army; MihailoD. Rutovic, NASA, Craig D. Sutheimer, NAWCAD; and JohnVan Osch, NAWCAD.

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By Naval Air Station Patuxent RiverPublic Affairs Office

Communities surrounding the naval air station are ad-vised that noise-generating night-time testing events arescheduled to take place in the afternoons and eveningsbetween July 3 and Aug. 11. Test events are scheduled toconclude by 11:30 p.m.

Pilots at Pax will be training for realistic night-flight sce-narios with the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, including FieldCarrier Landing Practice (FCLP). FCLP is one of the laststeps necessary in bringing any aircraft onboard a carrier.Night testing and training is essential for the precision andsafety of our military men and women, and the success oftheir mission. Area residents may notice increased noiselevels due to these operations in the afternoons and eve-nings between July 3 and Aug. 11.

As with all operations, NAS Patuxent River takes precau-tions to lessen the impact of testing activities on the com-munity. For more information, call the Noise Hotline at866-819-9028 or email [email protected].

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