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February 12, 2010 • Volume 8, Issue 17 Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea http://imcom.korea.army.mil

Families center stage

The Sesame Street/USO Experience for Military Families toured Korea this week. Shows were conducted at Camp Humphreys, Yongsan Garrison, and Osan
Air Base. The tour is a continuation of Sesame Workshop’s award-winning Talk, Listen, Connect initiative, providing resources and emotional support to military
families with young children coping with challenging transitions in their lives. – Photo courtesy of the USO

GARRISONS OVERVIEW FEATURE

Region News
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Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell
Sights and Sounds
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USAG-Casey
USAG-Yongsan
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Command Perspective
Blood Bank Drive
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Interns Very
USAG-Humphreys
USAG-Daegu
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Klondike Challenge
Korean Page
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NEWS
‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ repeal demands study, Gates says
Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates speaks with Greta Van Susteren,
host of the Fox News program “On the Record with Greta Van Susteren,”
during an interview in Rome. – DoD photo by Cherie Cullen
By Donna Miles
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON — The Defense Department’s review of the “Don’t
Ask, Don’t Tell” law, which bans gays from serving openly in the military,
will help to ensure readiness and unit cohesion remain intact if Congress
repeals it, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said in an interview aired
Tuesday night.
Gates also discussed the close cooperation he and Secretary of State
Hillary Rodham Clinton have forged between their two departments during
an interview with Fox News Channel’s Greta Van Susteren, conducted last
week as he visited Rome.
Expressing his personal support for a repeal of the “Don’t Ask, Don’t
Tell” law -- support shared by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Navy
Adm. Mike Mullen -- Gates emphasized the need for a full review to ensure
it’s done right if it happens.
“This is a force that’s been under stress for eight years, been at war for
eight years,” he said. “And I don’t want to do anything that makes the
situation more difficult for those men and women in the fight.”
Gates Remembers Murtha as Champion of Troops
By Donna Miles
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said he will
remember U.S. Rep. John P. Murtha of Pennsylvania as a patriot and long-
time champion of the nation’s men and women in uniform.
The 77-year-old Vietnam War veteran died Monday of complications
following gall bladder surgery.
Gates issued a statement after learning of Murtha’s death while traveling
in Europe. “America has lost a true patriot who served his country faithfully,”
he said, “first in uniform as a decorated combat Marine, and then as an
elected representative.”
Murtha was the first Vietnam War combat veteran elected to Congress,
and he rose to become chairman of the House Appropriations Committee’s
subcommittee on defense. Gates noted that he had worked with Murtha
for more than two decades, since the Reagan administration, when Gates
worked at the CIA.
“I will always remember and be grateful for Congressman Murtha’s
personal efforts on behalf of the Afghan resistance fighting the Soviets -
efforts that helped bring about the end of the Cold War,” he said.
Secretary Gates on Death of Congressman Charlie Wilson
“I had the unforgettable experience of knowing Congressman Wilson when I was at CIA and he was working tirelessly on behalf of the Afghan
resistance fighting the Soviets. As the world now knows, his efforts and exploits helped repel an invader, liberate a people, and bring the Cold War
to a close. After the Soviets left, Charlie kept fighting for the Afghan people and warned against abandoning that traumatized country to its fate
-- a warning we should have heeded then, and should remember today.
THE MORNING CALM
Gates conceded that some consider the review a stalling tactic, but he
called it critical to the process.
“The review that I am launching is to help inform the legislative
process of some facts about the attitudes of our men and women in
uniform, what they think about a change in the law, [and] what their
families think,” he said. “The truth is, we don’t have any facts.”
The ramifications go beyond the level of acceptance within units, the
secretary explained. “We need to understand all of the different things that
have to be dealt with in terms of housing and benefits, and regulations
and fraternization rules, and conduct and training, and so on,” he said.
This way, if Congress does change the law, “we can inform that process
and offer some suggestions on mitigation if there are going to be negative
consequences so we can figure out how to mitigate those consequences,”
he said.
“And if the law is passed,” he added, “then we’re in a much better
position to be able to go forward and implement those changes in a way
that doesn’t undermine unit cohesion and readiness.”
Gates emphasized the need for a careful, deliberate process.
“The military culture is a very strong one. It’s a very different culture
than a civilian culture,” he said. “These people do not have choices about
who they associate with. They can’t just up and walk off the job if they
don’t like somebody that they’re working with. And so we have to take all
that into account.”
Turning the discussion to enhanced Defense-State cooperation, Gates
said the tone he and Clinton are setting at the top will affect both agencies
so they’re better able to partner to address challenges and threats.
The goal, he said, is to use all elements of the interagency process to
prevent conflicts from happening in the first place so U.S. troops don’t
have to take action.
“So building the capabilities, both civilian and military, of governments
around the world who are our friends and partners, is key,” he said. “And
we’ve got to cooperate to do that.”
Gates pointed to the way former U.S. Ambassador to Iraq Ryan C.
Crocker and Army Gen. David H. Petraeus, when he was commander of
Multinational Force Iraq, worked together toward shared goals in Iraq.
“I think Ph.D. dissertations should be written about the relationship
between Ambassador Ryan Crocker and General David Petraeus, because
it is a model of a relationship between the senior civilian and the senior
military officer,” Gates said.
But the two did not always see eye to eye, Gates acknowledged.
Murtha initially advocated the war in Iraq, but reversed his position in
2005, before the troop surge helped to turn the situation there around.
“In our dealings over the years, Jack and I did not always agree, but
I always respected his candor and knew that he cared deeply about the
men and women of America’s military and intelligence community,”
Gates said in his statement. “My condolences to Joyce and the rest of the
Murtha family.”
According to his congressional biography, Murtha joined the Marine
Corps in 1952, and served as a drill instructor at Parris Island, S.C., before
attending Officer Candidate School at Quantico, Va. He later served with
the 2nd Marine Division at Camp Lejeune, N.C.
He left active duty in 1955, but continued his service in the Marine
Corps Reserve, volunteering for service in Vietnam in 1966 to serve as
a battalion staff officer for the 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st
Marine Division. During his Vietnam service, he earned the Bronze
Star with valor device, two Purple Hearts and the Vietnamese Cross of
Gallantry.
Murtha attained the rank of colonel before retiring in 1990, when he
was awarded the Navy Distinguished Service Medal.
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MP Blotter
The following entries were excerpted
from the military police blotters.
These entries may be incomplete and
do not imply guilt or innocence.

USAG-Red Cloud: Drunk and

Disorderly; Underage Drinking;
Resisting Apprehension; Provoking
Speeches and Gestures; During the
hours of curfew, Subject #1 verbally
harassed a security gate guard. Upon
arrival of Military Police, Subject #1
and Subject #2 were ordered to leave,
but refused and became belligerent.
Both parties were apprehended and
transported by Military Police to the
PMO where they were administered
Portable Breathalyzer Tests. Subject
#1 had a result of 0.110% Blood
Alcohol Content and 0.132% Blood
Alcohol Content for Subject #2. A
check of Subject #1’s ID card revealed
that Subject #1was under the legal age
to consume alcoholic beverages. Both
parties were processed and released
to their units with instructions to
report to the PMO at a later time/date.
Subject #1 and Subject #2 reported
the PMO where they were advised of
their rights, which Subject #1 invoked,
and Subject #2 waived denying the
offenses. This is a final report.

USAG-Yongsan: Traffic Accident with

Injuries; Damage to Private Property;
Failure to Maintain Control of a Motor
Vehicle; Subject #1 operating a POV,
while following too closely, struck
Victim #1’s POV with Victim’s #2, #3,
and #4 as passengers. All victims
reported neck pain, but stated they
would seek medical attention at a later
time. Damages to Victim #1’s vehicle Despite heavy snowfall and blustery conditions, United Nations Honor Guard Command Soldiers conduct squad training on Knight
consisted of scratches and paint Field, Yongsan Garrison Feb. 11. Training as they would fight in real winter conditions, they reacted to simulated enemy fire while
transfer to the rear bumper. Subject laying prone in the snow. — U.S. Army photo by Dan Thompson
#1’s vehicle sustained no damages.

SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off-post events and activities

All parties were transported to the
Yongdeungpo Korean National Police
station where Victim #2 rendered a
written sworn statement attesting to the
incident. Subject #1 was charged by
Korean National Police under Korean
Traffic Law Article #48 (Failure to
Maintain Safety Measures in a Vehicle).
Subject #1 rendered a written sworn
statement admitting to the offense and
was released to Military Police custody.
All parties reported utilization of their
seatbelts. Estimated Cost of Damage
is unknown. This is a final report.
USAG-Humphreys: Larceny of
Private Funds; Unknown persons(s),
by unknown means, removed Victim
#1’s $300.00, which was unsecured
and unattended. The unknown
person(s) then fled the scene. A
search of the area for subject(s) and/or
witness(es) met with negative results.
Victim #1 rendered a written sworn
statement attesting to the incident.
Investigation continues by Military
Police Investigators.
USAG-Daegu: Traffic Accident
with Injuries; Destruction of Private
Property; Failure to Judge Proper
Clearance; Subject #1, operating a
POV, failed to maintain proper distance
and struck Victim #1’s POV. Victim
#1 received injuries to the neck and
shoulder. Damages to Subject #1’s
vehicle consisted of disabling damage
to the front end. Damages to Victim
#1’s vehicle consisted of a broken
front bumper and left front headlight,
dents to the left front fender, and paint
transfer with dents to the rear bumper.
Korean National Police responded
and filed a report. Both parties were
processed and released on their own
recognizance. Both parties reported
utilization of their seatbelts.
Sinmyeong, Traditional Yeonhui Performance
Sinmyeong is a Yeonhui, a kind of performance that
combines everything from singing, dancing, and
music to drama. It comes in five different madangs
or acts that combine the Korean notion of Shin
(excitement) and Heung (joy). The performance will
be held on an ongoing basis at the Angel Theater
located in Mokdong Sports Stadium starting on
Feb. 2nd, 2010. Shows are at 4:30 and 8:00 pm
on Tuesday and Thursday, 1:30 and 4:30 pm on
Saturday and Sundays for a total of eight 80 minute
shows. Take subway line 5 to Omokgyo Stn. Exit #3.
And then walk for about 10 min. The venue is located
between the Skating Rink and the Baseball Stadium
at the Mokdong Sports Stadium.
Exploring the City of Seoul - 63 Wax Museum
The 63 Wax Museum, one of the major must-see
places at 63 City, opened in 2008. Visitors can tour
the Museum and take photos with wax figures of
historical personages including world-renowned
musicians (Schubert, Bach, and Beethoven),
painters (Salvador Dali, Picasso, Van Gogh, etc.),
and athletes. As many as 70 wax figures made by
a famous Japanese artist are 1.5 times bigger than
actual size so that they look more detailed and life-
like in photos. ‘The Last Supper’ which took 3 years
to complete, is one of the most popular pieces in
the museum. This piece is a favorite among visitors,
regardless of their nationality. Visitors are provided
with costumes so that they may dress up and take
photos of themselves as Jesus’ hypothetical 13th
disciple. The museum offers visitors exciting hands-
on programs, making this tour anything but a typical
day at the museum. The 63 City itself, one of the major
landmarks in Seoul, is located in Yeouido, overlooking
the gently flowing Hangang River. On the outside, it’s
a simple skyscraper. On the inside, however, it’s full of
wonderful things for visitors to see. Other attractions
include Sea World, which is known as the perfect place
for a family outing and the observatory located on the
60th floor, which is well known as a great place for a
romantic date. Plus, the observatory has recently been
transformed into a gallery and <Fanta-Stick>, a string and
percussion performance, is held regularly. As such, 63 City
is constantly evolving as a “Fantastic City”. Marking its
25th birthday, 63 City has reemerged as a major tourist
attraction site.
Year of the Tiger 2010
Tigers are one of the favorite characters in many old folk
tales in Korea. They sometimes appear as a ferocious
beast, sometimes as a re-incarnate of mountain god
and more often than not, a clumsy creature easy to be
cajoled. The old concept of tiger in Korea differs a lot from
what we commonly perceive from the zoo. Let’s look into
the transition of tiger as a symbol of Korea’s culture and
history through the special exhibition until March 1, at the
National Folk Museum of Korea.
USO Panmunjom Tour
The USO Panmunjom tour is one of the best ways to
understand the situation, the tensions, and the reality of
the North and South Korea division. From the time you
start to prepare for the trip until your last view of the barbed
wire fence that lines the “Freedom Road” or “Unification
Road” (the highway connecting Seoul to Panmunjom),
your understanding of the recent history of Korea will
take on a new dimension. In preparing for the trip, don’t
forget to follow the Dress Code for the Panmunjom
tour. You can download the dress code from this
site http://affiliates.uso.org/Korea/ or pick one up at
the USO. Also, very important, be sure to bring your
passport or military ID the day of the tour.
Sinmyeong, A Complete Showcase of Traditional
Korean Performance Begins
Throughout history, Korean people have gathered
together to express their joy through a Yeonhui,
whenever there was an occasion to celebrate.
Sinmyeong is just such an event, a combination of
everything from singing, dancing, and music to drama.
It will be held on an ongoing basis at the Angel Theater
located in Mokdong Sports Stadium starting on Feb.
2nd, 2010. Feel the beat of the Jangu drum, watch
the bright swirling ribbons of the Sangmo dancers
and the fluid yet comical motions of the Sajachum
lion dance. You will find yourself tapping your feet,
nodding your head, dancing along in your chair. A
visit to the Sinmyeong performance will give you a
very clear grasp of the expression “Sinnanda!” or to
be overcome with joy.
Jeju Jeongwol Daeboreum Fire Festival
The Festival is a ceremony to pray for health and a
good harvest in the coming year. The festival held
Feb. 26-28 offers a number of hands-on events where
visitors can participate in folk games and traditions,
and you can also enjoy the sights of Jeju Island.
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By Col. Larry ‘Pepper’ Jackson
USAG-RC Commander
I know there are many of you out there who
hear the buzz words ‘tour normalization’ and a
lot more about what it means and how it affects
about half the Soldiers here in Area I. There may
be more confusion about what tour normaliza-
tion personally means to you.
First, let me explain what exactly tour nor-
malization means to all of us in Area I. It means
for all of us living and working here, having the
facilities and support we would expect to have
at any other Army duty assignment anywhere
in the world. Since Area I was always a place
where it was thought to be too dangerous for
Families to reside; only 12-month unaccompa-
nied tours were authorized. Now, the Secretary
of the Army has authorized 24-month accom-
panied tours. All Soldiers who qualify can be-
come command sponsored and live with their
Families here in Area I.
This means we will need schools, lodging,
and medical support for accompanied Sol-
diers as well. We have begun construction for
a DoDDS-Korea school and a Child Develop-
ment Center on USAG-Casey, which will be in
service for the beginning of the new school year
in August 2010. Our Casey Lodge has expanded
with 12 new additional rooms for a total of 81
rooms at Casey. We have almost finished con-
struction of a new lodge on Red Cloud which
will have 44 rooms that will go into service by
the first of March.
Our medical facilities have begun expanding
their personnel to include physicians who spe-
cialize in pediatrics and other Family oriented
specialties. The Troop Medical Center on Casey
has just started renovation, which will cost $4
million and will transform it to a Family Health
Clinic, which will serve active duty Soldiers,
their Family members, Civilians, retirees and
beneficiaries. Expected changes with this reno-
vation will be an area dedicated to pediatric
and Family care needs, an electronic pharmacy
notification system, baby changing stations, a
more efficient front desk area, handicap friendly
bathrooms, new furniture, and an expanded im-
munization clinic. The renovation is expected to
be finished in October. We have made memo-
NEWS THE MORNING CALM
Col. Larry Jackson — U.S. Army photo
randums of understanding with some of Korea’s
best hospitals to accommodate service members
and Civilians when the need arises so no one
will be left in need for medical care.
Our new DoDDS-Korea School is our top
No. 1 project right now. It will be named the
Casey American School and it will serve more
than 300 students in grades K through 8. These
students will be supported by a new state-of-the-
art child development center near the school.
High school students will continue to attend
the DoDDS-Korea School in USAG-Yongsan
We are also expanding the Army Commu-
nity Services branch with a new facility that will
be larger and more capable in supporting more
Families.
The Casey Lodge and our new lodge on Red
Cloud will have much more capacity to support
Family members coming and going to and from
Warrior Country with 81 rooms. It will have
all the features one would expect to find in any
world class hotel.
In all, these changes are a tall order for an
area that is deemed nonenduring. We have over-
come these difficulties because we know and be-
lieve in the Army Family Covenant, and in sup-
porting Soldiers and their Families when they
come to Area I. These changes are but a few in
progress now. The Commissary, Post Exchange,
transportation changes and others I will address
in future articles.
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Workshop finds solutions
to challenges facing
military school children
By Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairs
RED CLOUD GARRISON — Parents
gathered in USAG-Red Cloud’s Education
Center Feb. 3 to participate in a seminar
and workshop about transition issues
and transitional resources for children of
military parents. The workshop was given
by the Military Child Education Coalition
and put together by Marie Johnson,
USAG-Red Cloud child and youth services
coordinator.
“Military Families move an average
of seven times in their lifetime,” Johnson
said. “For this reason we want parents to
transition their children for smoother moves
in the future.”
The program opened with a personal
address from Col. Larry ‘Pepper’ Jackson,
USAG-Red Cloud commander.
“I am a product of the DoDDS school
system,” Jackson said. “My two children
go to DoDDS schools in Yongsan. This is
our first Parent-to-Parent meeting. There
have been tremendous changes in Area I.
Who would ever think we would have an
Red Cloud BOSS sweeps 1 in forum competitions
By Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairs
R E D C LO U D G A R R I S O N —
Better Opportunities for Single and
Unaccompanied Soldiers on Red Cloud
Garrison took first place for Best Installation
BOSS organization, Best Event, which was
awarded for presenting the best BOSS event
for Soldiers to participate on the garrison, as
well as first place in all sporting competitions
except basketball during the BOSS Forum
held Jan. 26 on Camp Carroll in Daegu.
“We combined our efforts with Casey
garrison, Hovey, Castle, and Stanley to win
first place in all sporting events,” said Sgt.
Gerardo Moreno, Area I BOSS coordinator.
“We took first place in Volleyball, Sumo
Wrestling, and Dodge ball.”
The BOSS Forum on Korea is but a step
toward a worldwide forum in the United
States.
“The annual BOSS Forum is an event
we use to prepare ourselves for the states,”
said Jay Underwood, Red Cloud Garrison
Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation
specialist. “The Department of the Army
worldwide BOSS conference will be held
in Orlando, Fla. later this year.”
Preparing for a BOSS forum takes
planning and time. Moreno and Underwood
gathered BOSS officials on every installation
in the Red Cloud and Casey Garrison areas
to plan their strategy and put into motion
their ideas about which events to highlight
for the competitions, and how to put
together a static display of the installation
BOSS programs. For the static display,
it must demonstrate the three pillars of
BOSS: Leisure and Recreation, Community
Service, and Well Being.
USAG-RED CLOUD
elementary school here? If someone asked
me that question two years ago, I would have
said no. We now have a school, which will
open this year in August. It is a DoDDS-
Korea school for kindergarten through
eighth grade. We have a child development
center, which also will open soon. We will
have child and youth services here and at
Casey, so children will have something to
do before and after school.”
I want to address the younger folks
first, he said. Growing up in the Army has
tremendous challenges. In the past we did
not have such things as Parent-to-Parent
workshops, even though our parents wanted
us to succeed as much as your parents do
today. I was the first in my Family to actually
go to college. My academic foundations
started just as yours have done. It is hard
for you because, unlike other students, you
do not stay in the same community in your
school years. It is hard because you will move
to a new school and community every one to
two years. Having this team to teach you the
transitional skills is a great benefit, because
you will benefit from their many years of
experience with guiding military school
Sgt. Gerardo Moreno (right), Area I BOSS coordinator, is declared winner of the Sumo Wrestling event during the
BOSS Forum held Jan. 26 on Camp Carroll in Daegu. The Red Cloud chapter of BOSS earned 1st place in all events
except basketball. — Courtesy photo
“We did a miniature audit with all the
installation BOSS councils,” Moreno said.
“We looked at all their continuity books
to make sure all documentations were up to
date, made sure they didn’t post anything
past February 2010, and made sure all
council members had their appointment
orders. Also, we scheduled transportation
and lodging to Daegu.”
Many took part in preparing for the
event.
“We would like to say ‘thank you’ to
Command Sgt. Maj. Earlene Lavender,
command sgt. maj. of Red Cloud Garrison,
Command Sgt. Maj. Nadal Saaed, command
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Col. Larry ‘Pepper’ Jackson, Red Cloud garrison commander, addresses par-
ents and children during the opening of the Parent to Parent seminar and
workshop given by the Military Child Education Coalition brought together by
the Child and Youth Services Coordinator, Marie Johnson. The seminar/work-
shop was about transition issues and transitional resources for children of
military parents. — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham
children in their academic development. with their children.
As you go into these breakout groups, take Parents of middle and high school
as much information as you can from the students focused on a suggested curriculum
Coalition Team because your graduation is that would ensure both an on time
quickly approaching. graduation and a competitive resume for
The breakout sessions included: giving college applicants; importance of parents
children a head start on the road to academic involvement in developing an academic
success, parents of children from birth to 5 plan; importance of course rigor; motivating
years of age came together to explore facts students, skills necessary for success beyond
about early learning and to develop a plan high school; college application process; and
to build literacy, science and math activities transitioning issues specific to middle and
into fun activities they do around the house high school students.
sgt. maj. Casey Garrison, Young Ae Black, over the past year and spent about the
Red Cloud Garrison Community Activity same amount in programs for Soldiers,
Center director, and Paek Young ki, Area Underwood said.
I FMWR transportation specialist, service The BOSS Program supports the overall
division,” Moreno said. quality of single and unaccompanied
“All these people took a lot of personal Soldiers’ lives. BOSS identifies real
time to come in and help us on weekends Soldier well-being issues and concerns by
to prepare our videos.” recommending improvements through the
“When we have events, we video them chain of command.
and make a presentation from it for the BOSS encourages and assists single
BOSS Forum,” Underwood said. Soldiers in identifying and planning
“These videos were the material we for recreational and leisure activities.
were judged from for the Best Installation Additionally, it gives single Soldiers the
competition.” opportunity to participate in and contribute
Area I BOSS raised more than $14,000 to their respective communities.
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News & Notes

Did You Know?
Super Bowl XLIV plays in Gateway Club on Casey
The K - 12 Child Youth Center at
Casey will be completed Sept. 20?
It will hold K-8, 77 children and mid-
teen, 45 children.

USAG-RC Now on Facebook

You can now find USAG-RC on
Facebook. http://www.Facebook.
com/pages/APO/USAG-Red-
Cloud/246854871491.

Black History Month Movies

In support of Black History Month
in February and in coordination
with 2ID EO, there will be a special
showing of the movie “Glory” fea-
tured at the following AAFES movie
theaters: Red Cloud Theater Feb.
17, 7 p.m., Camp Hovey Theater
Feb. 19, 6 p.m., and in the Casey
Theater Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. For more
information call: 732-6814.

Deadline for 2010 Scholarships

for Military Children is Feb. 17
All applications for the 2010 Schol-
arships for Military Children Pro-
gram must be turned in to a com-
missary by close of business Feb.
17. For more information call: 804-
734-8000, ext. 48773 or e-mail:
kevin.robinson@deca.mil.
Auxiliary Bishop Estabrook to
Celebrate Ash Wednesday on
Casey
Auxiliary Bishop Estabrook will be
celebrating the Ash Wednesday
service at noon Feb. 17 in West
Casey Chapel. There will be a ca-
tered Lenten lunch with the Bishop
in the Fellowship Room following
the service. For more information
call: 730-3494.
Superstars of Wrestling Global
Showdown in Carey Gym
The Superstars of Wrestling Global
Showdown will be held in Carey
Fitness Center Feb. 23 at 7 p.m.
Admission is free. For more infor-
mation call: 730-4135.
Casey CAC Presents
Valentine’s Day Celebration
The Casey Community Activity
Center will present a Valentine’s
Day Celebration in the Casey Gate-
way Club today at 6 p.m. For more
information call: 730-4601.
Korea Culinary Arts Team Training
The Korea Culinary Arts Team is
conducting training in preparation
to compete at the U.S. Army Culi-
nary Competition Feb. 26 - March
12. Training will be in the K - 16
Dining Facility. For more informa-
tion call: 730-8752/1377.
Community Bank
Lunar New Year Schedule
The Community Bank will be closed
Feb. 13 - 15 - Lunar New Year Holi-
day. For more information call: 721-
7792.
Casey Lanes Crazy Bowling
and Free Bowling Times
The shifts for Crazy Bowling will be
from noon - 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Monday
Feb. 15 on lanes 1 - 6. Free bowl-
ing will be on lanes 7 - 14 from 11
a.m.-5 p.m. (3 game limit) courtesy
of New Car Sales.
(From left) Hairo Ortiz, Troy Glover, Brian Perry, and Rasheed Johnson cheer their teams on during the broadcast
of Super Bowl XLIV. The event was sponsored by the Recreation Delivery System Program and the Casey Gar-
rison Community Activity Center and held in the Gateway Club on Casey. Super Bowl XLIV was an exciting game
pitting the American Football Conference champion Indianapolis Colts against the National Football Conference
champion New Orleans Saints to decide the National Football League champion for the 2009 season. The New
Orleans Saints defeated the Indianapolis Colts by a score of 31-17, earning their first Super Bowl win. Saints
quarterback Drew Brees, who completed 32 of 39 passes for 288 yards and two touchdowns, was named the
Super Bowl Most Valuable Player. His 32 completions tied a Super Bowl record set by Tom Brady in Super Bowl
XXXVIII. The game was played in the Sun Life Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on Feb. 7, the latest calendar
date for a Super Bowl yet. The game was the Saints’ first Super Bowl appearance and the fourth for the Colts
franchise. — U.S. Army photo by Rob Haynes
Indianhead Golf Course lauded as best in Army
By Jim Cunningham for Soldiers.” but added the category for golf and bowling
USAG-RC Public Affairs Pak learned he and his employees at several years ago, Bradford explained.
the golf course were named as winners of The award was originally given to club
CASEY GARRISON — The Indianhead the award while attending a Professional managers.
Golf Course on Casey garrison was given the Golfers’ Association of America golf club “There was a lot of competition,”
Best Army Golf Course 2009 Excellence in management seminar in Orlando, Fla. Bradford said. “Pak had been nominated for
Management for Golf Course Management “A lot of Army golf course managers were the past three years in a row, and he is always
award Jan. 24. in attendance in Orlando,” Pak said. “I was competing against all the largest golf courses
The award mentioned several reasons why totally surprised.” in the Army. The judging is done by revenue
the course on Casey stood out; among them “This is actually a part of the James A. and not by the size of the golf course. The
is the fact management made more than $2 Carroll Award,” said Chris Bradford, Red Casey golf course brings in a lot of revenue
million each year for two consecutive years. Cloud Garrison’s FMWR acting director. for a small nine-hole course.”
Another fact mentioned in the award is “For the golf clubs it is called the Best in Pak and the golf course team of employees
customer satisfaction. the Army Excellence in Management Award. work together to provide the sports services
“The customers who come to play golf We won this time for making more than a to Soldiers, like free golf lessons and other
are made to feel as though they are family,” million dollars in revenue.” free services as well as hosting many golf
said Pak, Song yong, Casey golf course In the past, FMWR headquarters only tournaments. For a small nine-hole golf
manager. “We provide a lot of services had the Carroll Award for the club system, course to be chosen as the best in the Army
by raising more than a million dollars in
revenue for one year is indeed remarkable,
Bradford explained.
“This award is for the Indianhead Golf
Course team,” Pak said. “I could not have
done it without them.”
The FMWR Golf Program throughout
Korea has gone through a number of
challenges this past year, which resulted in
a decline in revenues, Bradford said. Pak
was able to meet these challenges and once
again record the highest percentage for the
peninsula. This nine-hole course boasted
total revenue of $1,517,036 for fiscal
2009. This small course on the frontlines
Pak, Song yong, Casey garrison golf course manager, stands with his Best Army of freedom continues to be a leader in
golf Course 2009 Excellence in Management for Golf Course Management Army golf operations. Pak was able to
award in the Indianhead Golf Course Pro Shop. The management was given accomplish this by aggressively monitoring
the award for earning more than $2 million each year for two consecutive years and controlling labor costs as revenues
and their service to Soldiers. — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham declined, he said.
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Story Time kicks off in Red Cloud library

By Pvt. Jamal Walker
USAG-RC Public Affairs

RED CLOUD GARRISON — Family,

Morale, Welfare and Recreation partnered
with Child Youth and School Services to
bring children and Family members in the
community ‘Story Time’ in their kickoff of
the event Feb. 2 at the USAG-Red Cloud
library.
“More and more families are beginning
to come to Korea,” said Gordon Imrie,
FMWR and USAG-Red Cloud library
director, as Imrie spoke of how the kickoff
is supporting the garrison’s wishes to offer
more Family friendly events.
“We have to have events and opportunities
to keep the children engaged in what is
going on in the community. We have this
program at the Casey Garrison, and it has
been a success, so we incorporated the same
program at Red Cloud.”
Karen Moore, an employee of CYSS, led
the group of children and their mothers in a
game where they introduced themselves.
Moore sang a song to the children and
when Moore paused, the children would
tell the group their name while Moore
continued to sing.
With the help of her CD player, Moore
then began to sing nursery rhymes the Karen Moore (right) an employee of Child Youth and School Services marches along to “The Ants Go Marching,” during
children were familiar with to make them the ‘Story Time’ kickoff Feb. 2 at the Red Cloud Garrison library. The event was held to improve and raise awareness
more comfortable. After singing “Old for the importance of literacy in a young child’s life and to offer more educational programs for children and Family
McDonald,” all of the children began to members in the Red Cloud community. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Jamal Walker
participate in the group, continuing to sing “Caterpillar,” “Butterfly,” or “Chrysalis,” the time together.” “A lot of parents have been saying we
“Bingo,” and “the Ants Go Marching.” children made the special movements. Following Moore finishing the book need programs like this, and I think FMWR
Moore sat the children around her and “I heard about this event from the Red for the children, Families had a chance to is listening to us.”
read a story for the day, “From Caterpillar Cloud Pear Blossom Cottage,” said Nicole participate in arts and crafts. “We are going to continue to make
to Butterfly,” by Deborah Heiligman. Darak, a spouse living in the Red Cloud Moore and the Families then began changes and improvements to better the
Trying to keep the young children community. to design their very own butterflies using quality of life on post,” Imrie said.
entertained, Moore told the children to “There aren’t very many events for construction paper of different colors, “We want to hear from spouses, Family
make special movements and sounds when my daughter to attend on post, so it is a crayons, scissors, and glue. members, and children about what went
they heard key words during the story. good introduction to books; being around “I think this program is great,” well today, and what we can do to keep this
When the children heard words like children, and a chance for us to spend Darak said. program a success.”

Casey commander meets with KSTA businessmen in Dongducheon

(From left standing) Lt. Col. Richard Fromm, USAG-Casey commander, addresses the KSTA business men gathered in the Dongducheon Saemaeul
Geumgo Building, as Pae, Tong su translates, to discuss issues and concerns regarding entertainment and commerce between U.S. personnel and Korean
shop owners Feb. 4. — Courtesy photo
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SHOP, SAVE AND THRIVE

COMMISSARY BENEFITS are part of the Army

Family Covenant’s commitment to provide a strong,
supportive environment where Soldiers and
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Bodybuilders step into spotlight at competition

By Pfc. Kim Hyung-joon Championships; INBF, WNBF, Better Opportunities (Top, from left to right) Jennifer Beck, Marianne Campano and Tammy
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs for Single and Unaccompanied Soldiers, Yongsan Sports Mascolo compete in the 2010 International Natural Bodybuilding
and Fitness, Pacific Alliance, Advanced Nutrition, and Fitness Federation U.S. Forces Pacific Bodybuilding and Figure
YONGSAN GARRISON — Eleven bodybuilders competed in Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation. This event Championships at the John Wood Memorial Theater Feb. 6; (Bottom)
the 2010 International Natural Bodybuilding Fitness Federation wouldn’t be able to be as successful as it is now without Joe Agee poses before the audience. — U.S. Army photos by
U.S. Forces Pacific Bodybuilding and Figure Championships those sponsors.” Pfc. Kim Hyung-joon
at the John Wood Memorial Theater Feb. 6.
The federation was founded in 2000 and is the largest
amateur affiliate organization aligned with the World
Natural Bodybuilding Federation.
“Select INBF shows are pro-qualifiers for the WNBF,
and all events feature mandatory drug testing, including
polygraph and urinalysis,” Family and Morale, Welfare and
Recreation Fitness Coordinator Tracey Briggs said. “The
INBF strives to provide a level playing field for natural
athletes to excel and challenge themselves, with exceptional
media opportunities in Natural Bodybuilding and Fitness
Magazine. Several events are held in cooperation with
the U.S. military at bases throughout the United States,
Germany, Iraq and Korea.”
Yongsan’s Army Community Service Director Diane
Foster was master of ceremonies and Briggs was one of
seven judges for the event.
“I love to work out,” Tamisha Rutledge said, who ran
for Tall Class Women’s Open Figure. “I have done cardio,
weight training, and cardio again to maintain proper
fit. Also, I have been limiting my diet by lowering my
carbohydrates, sodium, and increasing my protein.”
Ryan Farnham who ran for Lightweight Class Men’s Open
Bodybuilding also enjoyed exercising as a competitive
bodybuilder.
“I have always loved competition and this was the actual
chance to do,” he said. “I have done every exercise you have
seen in the magazine, book and Internet. I have lowered
my carbohydrates, increased protein, and had a low-fat
diet for about three months.”
Garrison Commander Col. Dave Hall applauded the
competitors for their discipline and courage.
“It takes courage to volunteer and compete for something
you’ve desired,” Hall said. “Whether you are an amateur or
not it takes courage to follow your dream and goal.”
He thanked the more than 150 audience members who
packed the theater and the team who made the event
possible.
“I want to thank the sponsors for their support of the
2010 INBF U.S. Forces Pacific Bodybuilding and Figure
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News & Notes
Scholarships Available
Visit http://yongsan.korea.army.mil and click on the
2010 Scholarships button on in the right column
for the latest news about area scholarships.
Scholarships Available
Application packet for 2010-2011 academic year
are available for download at www.awcseoul.
org. Scholarships will be granted for high
school seniors graduating in June 2010, with an
accumulaive GPA of at least 2.5, a valid ID card
holder, US citizen and child of USFK military,
US embassy or DOD civilian and from any US
military base.
Black History Month 2010 Movie Night
STB-K Presents Black History Month
2010 Movie Night. Movies to be played:
The Great Debaters, Men of Honor, The
Express, and Pride. The event is on
Feb. 13, 8 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. at the Moer
Recreation Theater. For information, call
723-2498.
Closing for Maintenace
Three Kingdoms Inn will be closed for
maintenance from Feb.12, 2 p.m. to Feb.
16, 7 p.m. On Feb. 17, the dining facility will
reopen at normal hours. During this time,
feeding support for the installation will be
at 1st Signal Brigade. For more information
plase contact at 725-7161 or 725-8414.
For information, call 725- 7161.
Parent Advisory Council
CYS Services invites all parents and
community members to participate and
share praise and concerns with the CYSS
Leadership. Childcare will be provided
at the CDC. For more information call
738-8122. The event is on Feb. 16, 6 p.m.
- 8 p.m. at ACS Building room 118. For
information, call 738-8122.
Transportation 101
Buses, subways, and trains! Oh my! Learn
to use the Seoul City Bus and Subway
system to get out and about on your tour in
USAG-Yongsan. Must sign up in advance.
Each participant receives a free T-Money
card. The next event is on Feb. 17, 9
a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at S4106, room 124. For
information, call DSN: 738-7505.
Yongsan Health Clinic Relocated
Since Jan. 22 Yongsan Health Clinic
(Troop Medical Clinic) has relocated from
the Brian D. Allgood Army Community
Hospital/121 CSH to the newly renovated
Bldg. 1663, (near Navy Club). Hours of
operation have not changed. Call DSN
737-CARE 6-7 a.m. for same day appt/sick
call. Hours of operation M-F 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
For information, call 010-8515-1025.
Community Connection
ACS Outreach Program will set an
information table at the Yongsan
Commissary every first and third Friday
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. to provide
community members with accurate
information about Korea, Yongsan, and
ACS programs. We are here for you! For
information, call 738-7123.
Lunar New Year Closure
USAG-Yongsan,DOL,Commercial Travel
Office (CTO), Official Travel Offfice, will be
closed in observance of Korean Lunar New
Year, Feb. 13-15. Emergencies Please Call
080-247-5463.
For a complete list of community
information news and notes, visit the
USAG-Yongsan official web site at
http://yongsan.korea.army.mil
USAG-YONGSAN
Center aims to reduce tax season stress, costs
Members of the Yongsan Tax Center and Garrison Commander Col. Dave Hall celebrate the center’s
opening Jan. 29. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Choe Yong-joon
By Pvt. Choe Yong-joon
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — With crowds
packing the Moyer Community Activities
Center, Yongsan Garrison officials
celebrated the opening of the Yongsan Tax
Center Jan. 29, announcing advantages
of the free service.
“This marks the beginning of another
tax season, and it serves as a great
example of how military communities
bring quality services to our own,” said
Workshop focuses on youth education transition
Military Child Education Coalition Training Facilitator Donna Earle speaks with community members during
a Parent to Parent session Feb. 1 at Seoul American Elementary School. — U.S. Army photo by
Pvt. Choe Yong-joon
By Pvt. Choe Yong-joon
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — Presenting
strategies and high quality resources
for parents as a child’s best advocate
in education, Parent to Parent Surge
Training sessions were held by U.S. Army
Garrison-Yongsan Child, Youth and
School Services Feb. 1 at the Dolphin
Theatre, Seoul American Elementary
School.
Trainers of the nonprofit Military Child
Education Coalition (facilitators of the
Parent to Parent program) empowered
parents with tips for helping their
child make a successful educational
Garrison Commander Col. Dave Hall
during the opening remarks. “I do
believe this is another example of how
the Army leadership has embraced the
Army Family Covenant.”
He added that Active Duty, retired
Servicemembers and their Families
were encouraged to come and receive
advice, tax preparation, and assistance
- all part of a free tax filing program. In
addition, all submissions would be filed
electronically, which results in getting a
tax refund back in as little as one week.
transition.
The workshop began with an overview
of transition for military children who
inevitably move to other schools several
times. It emphasized how militar y
parents can create predictability and track
their child’s social and emotional reaction
during the transition period.
In his opening remarks, Garrison
Commander Col. Dave Hall introduced
three MCEC trainers at a session
covering transition and he added that
he was attending the sessions not as a
commander, but as a father.
During her presentation, trainer
Donna Earle expressed her beliefs
about the importance of getting
THE MORNING CALM
The Yongsan Tax Center processed
2,752 Federal and 1,079 state filers in
2009, which collectively generated more
than $4.4 million in refunds and saved
the clients more than $400,000 in tax
preparation fees according to 8th U.S.
Army Staff Judge Advocate Col. Tia
Johnson.
Following a ribbon cutting ceremony
which ushered in the free community
service, officer in charge Capt. May Sena
said she and her team were ready to get
to work.
“We are very excited about being able
to assist the community. We put a lot of
dedicated work and effort into making
this happen. We’re looking forward to
helping people maximize their credits so
that they can get their share; so it’s going
to be a good tax season,” she said.
She also said, according the Internal
Revenue Ser vice, people giving to
charities providing earthquake relief in
Haiti can claim the donations on this
year’s tax return as well.
The Yongsan Tax Center is staffed
with 13 full-time tax representatives:
Sena along with twelve special duty
soldiers, one civilian employee, and
several volunteers, certified by the IRS
in accordance with its Military Volunteer
Income Tax Assistance Program.
Walk-ins are accepted during office
hours 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday and Friday; and noon-7 p.m.
on Thursday. It closes on weekends, all
public holidays and training holidays.
For information related to tax services,
contact 723-9123/9122/9121.
appropriate information at every stage
of transition.
“We believe, and the Army believes,
parents are really an ideal counselor in
terms of education because you as a
parent know your children better than
anybody else,” she said. “You can make
the best decisions if you are provided
with the right information and resources
you need to make good transition with
your kids.”
The workshop continued on to breakout
sessions based on the age of children,
including: Give Your Kids a Head Start
on Academic Success; Organization,
Communication and Involvement: Keys
to Success in Elementary School; Chart
Your Course for Success in High School
and Beyond.
“I was attracted by the information I
heard they would be presenting,” said
SAES teacher Lori Lundy. “I am most
interested in issues about high school
students. That’s the reason I came here -
and am satisfied with what I have seen,
for sure.”
School Liaison Officer Doo Shin said
the event was also an important way to
collaborate.
“More than 80 Servicemembers, military
spouses, educators, and students attended
the workshop and were able to gain the
knowledge of the right questions to ask
during transition,” she said. “It brought
the whole USAG-Yongsan community
together to better the education services
in our Garrison, really supporting the
Army Family Covenant.”
For more information about the
program and other tips for parents of
children who learn differently, visit www.
MilitaryChild.org.
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Child Visitors lock-in love at Seoul Tower

Discipline
By Sgt. Hwang Joon-hyun
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

Do you agree or disagree that parents or adults anywhere on

Yongsan should be able to address bad youth behavior on the
spot? USAG-Yongsan Facebook fans discuss the topic. Find
out what more than 2,000 Yongsan community members are
talking about by becoming a USAG-Yongsan Facebook Fan at
facebook.com/youryongsan!

LaKeesha
Broughton
Facebook Fan

I think by us all being military and away from our fami-

lies, we actually become each other’s family. So I feel it
is our responsibility to watch out for each other children.
I am usually home with my children and often at the play
ground so I see what goes on with the children a little
more than some parents that are working most of the day.
So I feel that I am responsible for making sure that child
doesn’t get hurt or get involved in any wrong doing, and I
am sure that the parents appreciate that.
We have to help each other because the village is what
got most of us to where we are today. It takes a village to
properly raise a child because we all learn from and help
each other, especially being at Yongsan where much of
us don’t have family around. We have to depend on each
other.
Becky Candee
YONGSAN GARRISON — Looking for a unique way to show your Valentine you love them? Some visitors to Seoul Tower
share eternal commitments of love without the need for ceremonies or a set of rings. All they require are a padlock, a fence and their
hearts to be in the right place.
The urban myth of love padlocks is that clasping a lock to a fence and throwing away the key will ensure a lifetime of love. Seoul
happens to be one of the worldly cities where this symbol of devotion is practiced.
“We sell about 50 or 60 locks on an average day,” said Choi Ji-hyun, a gift shop clerk at the Seoul Tower. “Those numbers double
during holidays and special times of year.”
The symbolic fad has been around for more than a decade and picked up momentum after people started placing locks along the
Great Wall of China. It was then mentioned in books and movies in Italy, and is now notably practiced in China, Estonia, Guam, Hungary,
Italy, Latvia, Russia, South Korea and a U.S. city in Nevada called Lovelock. In some areas of the world, though, the padlocks have
weighed down fences in unrestricted areas and maintenance issues resulted in cut locks and lovers fined by their governments.
Choi said maintenance and restrictions are not a problem at Soul Tower. “We never cut the locks and if space runs out we simply
create new areas for the locks to be placed.”
The symbol of eternal love may be shared among friends and family members; however, Private 1st Class Park Kab-Rock of U.S.
Army Garrison-Yongsan says he’s holding out until he finds true love.
“I haven’t placed a lock up there yet,” Park said. “For me, it’s a once in a lifetime kind of thing.”
— U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Hwang Joon-hyun

Seoul Arts Center puts kids in picture

Facebook Fan

I would hope that someone would be polite enough to speak

to them and request for them to behave better.
If these children are acting wrong or foul while on the post
shuttle, the bus driver should be given the authority to have
them leave the bus. If they are in the theater, the manager
should have them removed from the theater. If the child is
misbehaving in any establishment on post, a manager should
have them removed.
All places here are part of a “Privilege” we are given here
and as such, they should be removed from having these
privileges. Just as they can be sent back to America if there
are enough issues with them. That is a “Consequence” that
they and their parents will have to deal with. It does make me
wonder, how are these kids at home? If they are a problem at
home then most likely they have a problem in society.

Kischel Arellano
Burrescia
Facebook Fan

An adult should absolutely intervene if children are being

irate but only if the parent isn’t present. But please, if you
do intervene, don’t be rude. Children don’t respond well to
it. Like i said before, we are a small community and should
look out for each other.
SEOUL — In a new push to include even more reader content in its news pages, U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan recently asked
Facebook fans to submit photos of their adventures in Seoul. More than 10 photos were submitted (which will all be featured in the
upcoming color page 16 March 5). The photo featured above was submitted by Kim Rosen Forni. “The Last Supper starring Emily,
Khaily and Rachel taken at the Science Through Art exhibit at Seoul Arts Center.” The Garrison thanks everyone for participating. Visit
Yongsan’s Facebook fan page for the next photo opportunity.
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Have a Safe Lunar New Year
S ul Nal (Lunar New Year) is the
second most impor tant Korean
holiday after Chuseok (Thanksgiving).
Sul Nal is on Feb. 14 and the Lunar New
Year holiday is officially observed from
Feb. 13-15. Traditionally, during the
Lunar New Year holiday, families gather
to reaffirm family ties, wish each other
good health and fortune, and perform
rites to their ancestors. This year, U.S.
Presidents Day also falls on the same
weekend that Korea is celebrating Lunar
New Year.
Folks, be sure to plan ahead for
the busy weekend next week. Expect
extremely heavy traffic and long delays.
During this holiday period the road
condition will be RED. For those on
official duty, when a leader deems travel
necessary, the trip must be thoroughly
analyzed, hazards identified, and steps
taken to reduce or eliminate those
hazards. For those of us off duty and
traveling privately, you should also take
extra precautions to make sure your trip
is a safe one. If you plan on traveling
by car, keep extra blankets, food and
water with you just in case you are
stuck in traffic during bad weather. If
you plan on traveling by air, be sure to
give yourself plenty of time to get to the
airport and be aware that many countries
around Asia will be observing the Lunar
New Year, too. That could mean altered
public transportation schedules or
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closed businesses. Be sure to plan ahead
so you are not surprised when you get
to your destination.
Also, road travel during the holiday
can be hazardous. Alcohol is one of
the factors in these accidents. With
any holiday comes celebrations and with
many celebrations comes an increase
in the consumption of alcohol. This
increase in alcohol consumption will
increase the number of intoxicated
drivers on the roadways. Driving
under the influence of alcohol is illegal,
unethical, unprofessional, and extremely
dangerous. The Blood Alcohol Content
(BAC) limit on and off military
installations in Korea is .05% BAC.
If you are at an event where alcohol is
served, be sure to keep an eye on your
buddies and intervene to prevent anyone
from drinking and driving – you could
save a life. This Garrison has a zero
tolerance policy for alcohol-related
accidents.
I encourage all Soldiers, Civilians,
and Family Members to go out and
experience the wonderful sites and
events, the people, land and culture
that Korea has to offer. I ask that when
doing this every individual keep safety
at the forefront of their mind. Make
your tour in Korea a time of creating
joyous memories and not one overtaken
by sadness and tragedy.
Enjoy the holiday!
CLASS
A great chance to experience Ko-
rean Traditional music, Gook-Ak.
You can learn how to play tradi-
tional Korean instruments for free
from Professional instructors from
“The National Center for Korean
Traditional Performing Arts.”
Open to Soldiers and Families
For
February 10 GaYaKeum (Korean Harp)
30 JangGu (Korean Drum)
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Military to continue China outreach, official says

By Lisa Daniel
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON – The U.S. military will
continue to reach out to China’s military to
foster relations as both nations expand their
presence in the Asia-Pacific region, the Pentagon’s
deputy assistant secretary for Asian and Pacific
affairs said.
“From this administration, you will hear
the consistent theme that the United States is
a Pacific nation in every regard – geopolitically,
militarily, diplomatically, and economically,”
Robert Scher told the U.S.-China Economic
and Security Review Commission, a 12-member
panel of public and private sector experts on
Asian affairs, at a meeting on Capitol Hill. “Asia
and the Pacific are indispensable to addressing
the challenges and seizing the opportunities of
the 21st century.”
The hearing came a week after Chinese
officials in Beijing declared a suspension of
military relations with the United States in
retaliation for the Obama administration’s recent
announcement of a nearly $6.4 billion arms deal
with Taiwan, which China views as a breakaway
province.
Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said
then that he hoped any downturn in U.S.-
China military relations would be temporary.
He cited a law passed three decades ago that
allows the United States to support Taiwanese
defense, despite the two countries’ lack of formal
diplomatic ties. He said similar arms deals
exchanged under the Bush administration also
angered Beijing, prompting the Chinese to cool
military-to-military relations with Washington.
Scher did not address the arms deal in his
prepared remarks before the commission, but
said U.S. alliances with Japan, South Korea,
Australia, Thailand and the Philippines “remain
the bedrock of our presence and engagement in
Asia-Pacific.”
The administration is committed
to strengthening those alliances to address
continuing and emerging challenges in the
region, as well as to build on relations with other
key Pacific players such as India, Indonesia,
Vietnam and Singapore, he said.
Scher noted that China is expanding its
relationships throughout Asia, while growing
both its economy and its military. While most
Southeast Asian states have been receptive to
defense engagements with China, the country
is “long from becoming the security partner of
choice to the region as a whole,” he said.
U.S. officials do not view China’s engagements
in the region as “a zero-sum game,” Scher said. In
fact, he said, “we see great potential for China to
bring its growing capacities to bear in support of
finding common solutions to common problems,”
such as counter piracy, nonproliferation, counter
narcotics and humanitarian assistance.
A continued point of contention in U.S.-
China military relations has been China’s
increasingly assertive position on maritime and
territorial issues in Southeast Asia and the South
China Sea, partly due to the country’s increasing
demand for oil and natural gas, Scher said. The
United States will continue to work with its allies
in the region to ensure that international policies
are followed to allow full navigational rights in
the region, he added.
“We strongly object to behavior that puts
at risk the safety of our vessels and is a clear
violation of international norms of behavior in
ocean waters outside territorial seas,” he said.
“Our military activity in this region is routine
and in accordance with customary international
law as reflected in the 1982 Law of the Sea
Convention.”
Meanwhile, the United States is seeking
a greater presence in the Asia-Pacific region
through a “whole-of-government” approach,
Scher said, while “clearly demonstrating through
word and deed that U.S. forces will remain
present and postured as the preeminent military
force in the region.”
The complexity of today’s security
environment calls for continuous dialogue
between the U.S. and Chinese armed forces
at all levels and expansion of cooperation,
Scher said.
The United States and China both seek
regional stability, economic growth and to stem
the rise of extremism in the region, he noted.
“As China’s international role expands,
and its defense engagements in Southeast Asia
increases, our two militaries will increasingly find
themselves operating in the same space,” Scher
said. “We need to have sustainable and reliable
communication channels to ensure that China
understands our interests and does not seek to
challenge them militarily.”

The American Red Cross needs volunteer escorts–interpreters Goyang International Marathon 2010

When called by Tricare Dental, escorts will accompany members of the Yongsan
Community to local dental clinics in the Seoul area.
Volunteers must be fluent in Korean and speak conversational English.
For more information or to volunteer, contact the 121 Combat Support
Hospital Red Cross Office, 737-4195, or the Moyer Recreation Red Cross Office,
738-3670.”
You are invited to the first Goyang International Marathon 2010, “The American-Korean
Friendship Marathon,” in Ilsan on Feb. 28.
Registration is free and transportation will be provided.
Courses available are full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K run-walk.
For more information or to register e-mail kangwon.chong@korea.army.mil or call DSN
723-6703.

No Endorsement Implied No Endorsement Implied

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Protect your DoD personal information

Armed Services Blood Bank Drive By 1st Signal Brigade
65th Medical Brigade Special to the Morning Calm Weekly
Special to the Morning Calm Weekly
YONGSAN GARRISON — As a military
YONGSAN GARRISON — The 168th Multifunctional Medical Battalion’s 95th Blood member, Department of Defense civilian or
Support Detachment, working with the Okinawa Armed Services Blood Bank Center, is contractor, you need to follow general best
hosting a series of blood drives throughout the Republic of Korea in the coming weeks. practices for the secure handling of DoD
You’ve got what it takes to save three lives with a single donation. By giving a little of yourself, information, whether an electronic or hard
your donation gives sick or injured troops and their Families a second chance at life. copy form.
Blood and blood products are used for patients of all ages for many reasons—from cancer This includes meeting the requirements for
patients to those with battlefield injuries, Service Members and their Family Members depend safeguarding PII. One best practice to safeguard
on blood donors every day. PII is to clear your desk surface of documents
This blood drive is open to Service Members, Family Members, DoD employees, DA containing sensitive data at the same keep in
Civilians, U.S Contractors, and U.S Civilians. (see Are you eligible to give? below) mind that PII is just one type of sensitive data
Most healthy adults are eligible to give blood, however, there are some reasons a person may used in the DoD.
be deferred from donating – temporarily, indefinitely, or permanently. A temporary deferral You should protect all DoD information not stolen, or compromise, unlawfully disclosed you
should not discourage donors from coming back. We always need donors! cleared for public release. Your organization has are required by law to immediately report this
Deferral criteria have been established for the protection of those donating and those policies regarding encryption. You must follow incident to the appropriate authority. If you find
receiving transfusions in accordance with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines, these policies and encrypt sensitive data before sensitive data on the worldwide web, be sure
AABB standards, and Department of Defense (DoD) policies. In general, to donate blood transmitting it. to write down the URL where it was posted.
you should: Another best practice concerns the use of Regardless of the circumstances or where the
• Weigh at least 110 pounds phone trees and recall rosters, which provides at personal information was left or posted, always
• Be at least 17 years of age least two pieces of sensitive data, phone numbers notify the appropriate authority. Making
• Have been feeling well for at least three days and name. Protect the data and decrease the informal agreements with others for PII data
• Be well hydrated number of necessary rosters when possible. sharing. Finally, here are some tips to remember
• Have eaten something prior to donating Using a privacy screen on your computer is when securing PII: keep a personal audit trail
Blood drives are held on following days from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the following another best practice. of privacy data accessed; submit a privacy
garrisons. Your handling of sensitive data requires a impact assessment report; use encryption;
understanding of how the information should mark documents For Official Use Only when
Feb. 22 at the Camp Walker Community Activities Center, Building 335 be marked, transported, stored, disposed of, and appropriate; and use DD Form 2923, Privacy
Feb. 23 at the Camp Carroll Gym, Building 135 shared. If you know the data that has been lost, Act Data Cover Sheet.
Feb. 24 at the Camp Humphreys Super Gym, Building 1949
Mar. 1 at the Yongsan Trent Gym, Building 1496

The 168th MMB will present a Commander’s Cup to the Garrison with the greatest number
of donors. For more information, please contact Maj. Rickardo Christopher, SPO, 168th
MMB at 010-6333-0283 or Cpt. April Harris, Commander, 95th BSD at 010-9232-8894.

People may not donate blood if they have…

x Returned from Iraq/Afghanistan in the past 12 months
x Returned from an area north of Seoul in Korea within the past 24
months (to include DMZ Tour)
x Donated blood in the past 56 days
x Received a tattoo, body piercing outside the U.S. within the past
12 months
x Received a blood product transfusion within the past 12 months
x Lived in Europe for 6 months or longer (cumulative) from 1980-
1996 or lived in the U.K. for 3 months or longer (cumulative)
from 1980-1996
x Spent time in Eastern or Western Europe or the Middle East (not
to include the U.K.) from 1980-present that adds up to five years
x Traveled recently to a Malaria Endemic Area as defined by the
FDA. (Taking malaria prophylaxis is not a reason for deferral.
Deferral to be determined by the ASBBC)
x A history of hepatitis after age 10
x Ever engaged in “high risk” behavior or have had intimate contact
with anyone at risk for AIDS
x Been pregnant in the past six weeks

* This list encompasses the most common reasons why a person may be
Graphic by Pfc. Callie West

asked NOT to donate blood. If you have any questions regarding blood
donation, please contact the 95th BSD at 010-9232-8894 or 010-6333-0283
ASBBC Form 073
July 2006
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Area I Worship Schedule
Protestant Services
Collective Collective Sunday 0930 Brian Allgood Hospital
Sunday 1000 Stone Chapel
Sunday 1000 Stanley Chapel
Sunday 1000 West Casey Chapel
Sunday 1100 Warrior Chapel
Sunday 1100 Crusader Chapel
Sunday 1100 Hovey Chapel
Gospel Mision Pentecostal Hispana Contemporary 1700 Freedom Chapel
Sunday 1100 Casey Memorial Chapel
1230 Camp Stanley Chapel
COGIC
Sunday 1230 CRC Warrior Chapel
KATUSA Catholic Services
Sunday 1900 CRC Warrior Chapel
Tuesday 1900 Camp Stanley Chapel
Tuesday 1800 Camp Castle Chapel
Tuesday 1830 Casey Memorial Chapel
Tuesday 1830 Camp Hovey Chapel
Catholic Services/Mass
Sunday 1130 Camp Stanley Chapel
Sunday 0900 CRC Warrior Chapel
Sunday 1200 West Casey Chapel
Sunday 0930 Camp Hovey Chapel
Jewish
Friday 1830 West Casey Chapel
USAG-Yongsan Chaplains
Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Jeffrey D. Hawkins:
jeffrey.d.hawkins@us.army.mil, 738-3009
Chaplain (Maj.) Terry E. Jarvis:
terry.e.jarvis@korea.army.mil, 738-3917
Chaplain (Maj.) Daniel E. Husak:
daniel.husak1@us.army.mil, 736-3018
No Endorsement Implied
CHAPLAIN
Area II Worship Schedule
Protestant Services
Sunday 1030 K-16 Chapel
Liturgical Sunday 0800 Memorial Chapel
Contemporary Sunday 0930 South Post Chapel
Sunday 1100 Hanam Village Chapel
Non-denominational
Sunday 1100 South Post Chapel
Gospel Sunday 1230 South Post Chapel
Sunday 1430 South Post Chapel
Korean Sunday 0910 Hannam Village Chapel
United Pentecostal Wednesday 1830 Camp Walker
Sunday 1330 Memorial Chapel
KATUSA Tuesday 1830 Memorial Chapel
Seventh-Day Adventist Mass
Saturday 0930 Brian Allgood Hospital
Early Morning Service 1500 Suwon Air Base Chapel
(Korean) Mon-Sat 0510 South Post Chapel
Episcopal Sunday 1000 Memorial Chapel
Catholic Services
Catholic Mass Saturday 1700 Memorial Chapel
Sunday 0800 South Post Chapel
Sunday 1130 Memorial Chapel
Mon/Wed/Thur/Fri 1145 Memorial Chapel
1st Sat. 0900 Memorial Chapel
Jewish
Friday 1830 South Post Chapel
Korea-wide Army chaplain points of contact
USAG-Humphreys Chaplains
Chaplain (Capt.) Anthony Flores:
Anthony.wenceslao.flores@korea.army.mil,
754-7042
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Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule
Protestant Services Protestant Services
Collective Collective Protestant
Sunday 1100 Freedom Chapel Sunday 1000 Camp Carroll
1100 Suwon Air Base Chapel 1030 Camp Walker
Church of Christ 1700 Camp Walker
Gospel 1300 Freedom Chapel Gospel 1215 Camp Walker
Church of Christ 1700 Bldg. 558, Room 206 Contemporary
Wednesday 1900 Camp Carroll
Friday 1900 Camp Walker
KATUSA Korean
Tuesday 1900 Freedom Chapel Tuesday 1900 Camp Carroll
Korean
Wednesday 1930 Freedom Chapel Catholic Services
Mass
Sunday 0900 Camp Walker
1145 Camp Carroll
Daily 1145 Annex 2 Chapel Saturday 1700 Camp Walker
Sunday 0900 Freedom Chapel
Jewish
Every 2nd Friday 1830 Annex 2 Chapel
The Command Chaplain’s Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate total religious support to the United
Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and authorized
civilians across the full spectrum of operations from armistice to war.
Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at:
http://www.usfk.mil/usfk/fkch.aspx for helpful links and information.
USAG-Red Cloud/Casey USAG-Daegu Chaplains
2ID Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Jonathan Gibbs: Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Kwon Pyo:
jonathan.gibbs@us.army.mil, 732-7998 Kwon.pyo@korea.army.mil, 764-5455
Red Cloud Chaplain (Lt. Col) David Acuff: Chaplain (Capt.) Billy Graham:
david.acuff@korea.army.mil, 732-6169 billy.graham@us.army.mil, 765-8991
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Korean student interns understand the

value of their USAG Daegu experiences
By Kang, Hye-jin & Gu, You-jin
USAG Daegu Public Affairs Interns

CAMP HENRY — Every six months,

close to 30 or more Korean University
students have the privilege of participating in
the USAG Daegu Student Intern Program.
To achieve this honor, these students took
on some very heavy competition, which
included a very competitive interview. For
nearly five years, interns from Kyung-pook
National University have done their best in
representing both our university, and the
people of Korea.
The program, which began with only a
small few, has now become much larger.
Because of this increase, more USAG
organizations now have an opportunity to
add interns to their staff. This program
is unique in that it is the only one of
its kind…and it began in Daegu. As its
popularity has grown, so has the interest
in other universities. Beginning in March
2010, students from Daegu University will
also begin participating in the internship
program.
According to Lorne Hwang, Assistant
Vice President, International Affairs,
Kyung-pook National University, “The
USAG Daegu student intern program is
a fabulous opportunity for students to
obtain professional experience. In any
environment, this firsthand experience is
very important. This is a voluntary effort,
and the support from the U.S. here in
Daegu is wonderful. It is an environment
that allows the student to learn and have
the support they need to excel. So, I extend
my personal and sincere thanks on behalf
of Kyung-pook National University, to all
of the supervisors and the U.S. personnel
who made this program a special and
memorable experience for all interns.”
Over the past six months, many interns
felt their experience was not one that could
be compared to any others. Although
they felt somewhat shy, nervous, and
even embarrassed when they first began
their internship, they overcame that
difficulty. They recall when they first
met Americans, how absolutely hesitant
they were to begin a conversation. To
respond to something as simple as ‘How
are you’ was a huge challenge. Yet, they
overcame those situations and gradually
and with determination, they began to
settle down and feel comfortable. All of
the interns said they believe they had a great
opportunity and experience that few others
might ever have
One intern, Hye-young Seo, who
was assigned to School Age Services
commented, “In particular, I was interested
in playing with American children. All of
the staff helped each of the interns when we
would hang out with the children, and the
supervisor always helped and encouraged
me to plan my work. Every holiday, they
invited me into their American world, and
treated me like family. It was a good chance
for me to build my career experience and
learn how to respond to or handle different
situations. I can’t forget my lifetime
experience with USAG, and I will share my
fantastic experiences with my friends when
I return to my studies at KNU.”
Deputy to Garrison Commander, W.
E. Christman said, “What’s really special
about the intern program is that it is a
win-win situation. It is good for us, and
good for the young Korea students who
participate in the program. Americans get
smart, bright, hard working young people
with new ideas-- who can do a lot of good
things. In the long run, what is important
about this program is the relationships that
are built between Americans and Koreans.
It is also important because twenty years
from now, when interns are all grown
up, they will be the professional leaders
of Korea. They will remember the good
experiences, they had with Americans, and
they will understand Americans are good
people who were here to help and had lots
to give.”
Lavita Vincent, Deployment and
Mobilization Manager, in charge of the
intern program, added her comments
stating, “This intern session was little bit
larger than last group of 18 to 28. With 28
students, everyone has brought something
new and unique to the program. Having
the opportunity to get to work with them
monthly, and sometimes on a daily basis,
I have learned what their future goals are,
and what their plans are. In the end, I
don’t think they realize all that they do,
and what it does for the community here.
I think they may tend to look at it as what
they get for themselves. In reality, however,
the community gets a lot because of their
efforts.” — U.S. Army photos by Deidric S. Cave
Clearly, the interns have received a lot of
experience and had so many opportunities college credit, and practice their English of being a part of a very special program
because of the USAG Daegu Korean skills daily, but they get something that is that does so much to bond the friendship
Student Intern Program. Not only can they probably the most rewarding of all, and and alliance between the United States and
put this experience on their resume, receive that is the get to hold on to the memories the Republic of South Korea.
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Boy Scout Polar Bear Klondike Challenge 2010
By Wayne Clark
Special to the Morning Calm
WONJU, Republic of Korea — With a
crack of the whip, the Mushers and Husky’s
sprang into action driving their sleds across
the Korean tundra to start the Klondike Polar
Bear Challenge 2010. In the most challenging
Boy Scouts of America event of the year,
scouts from across the Korean peninsula, were
given the opportunity to test their courage
and Scoutcraft skills while facing the harshest
cold weather in recent years to reach their final
outpost (OP) destination for victory! Hosted
again this year by Garrison Yongsan’s Troop
80, the challenge took place within the rugged
snow covered mountain forests of Chiak
National Park, near Wonju, Jan. 15-16.
Based on the heritage of the Klondike Gold
Rush and Alaskan Iditarod, the scouts were
met by the Klondike “Mountain Man” upon
arrival deeding each patrol (4-8 scouts) a 72
hour land claim to establish their base camp.
With best of wilderness preparation, camping
equipment and risk management knowledge,
the young scouts successfully bivouacked while
finding the sub zero shivering environment
one tough task for dexterity work and somber
sleeping. But as the sun rose the next morning,
the boy’s wolfed down a hot oatmeal breakfast
and then loaded gear onto their homemade
sleds looking forward to the start the derby in
high spirits.
Their mission was for each “Scout Husky”
patrol to orienteer their sleds across the wild
snow covered frontier, while negotiating
mountainous terrain, through seven obstacles
where OP “Wranglers and Frontiersmen”
tested their scouting skills. Patrols earned
1 to 3 Gold Nuggets at each OP dependent
on task/condition/standard performance
scoring. The nuggets were lifeline critical
Keith L. Ware Awards
Eighth U.S. Army, IMCOM-K
recognize outstanding
public affairs professionals
8th Army KLW Winners:
Print Categories:
Tabloid Format Newspaper: First place
is the Indianhead, Cpl. Han Bu-yong, 2nd
Infantry Division.
News: First place is Sgt. 1st Class Krishna M.
Gamble, 2ID. Second place is Sgt. Lee Jae-
won, 19th ESC. Third place is Gwendolyn
Smalls, 1st Signal Brigade.
Feature: First place is Sgt. M. Benjamin
Gable, 2ID. Second place is Walter T. Ham,
EUSA. Third place is Sgt. Lee Jae-won, 19th
ESC.
Commentary: First place is Maj. Vance
Fleming, 2ID.
Sports: First place is Walter T. Ham, EUSA.
Second and Third place is Sgt. Lee Jae-won,
19th ESC.
Single or Stand-alone Photograph:
First and Third place is Sgt. Kim Kuan-
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at final destination since they were used for
Crazy Horse stew ingredient bartering, the last
leadership challenge, and their only hot meal
while on the trail. Few nuggets earned meant
a hungry stomach until vittles were served the
next morning as the “Trading Post Master”
did not give anything away free but “yellow
snow” to melt for water. Scouts also had to
be aware of the “Gold Digger” whom asked
tough scout questions. Correct answers gained
free passage, otherwise a fee was assessed.
The OP skills tests proved valuable in
building leadership, teamwork and most
importantly fun in while learning how to
survive in harsh, but controlled, environments.
OP’s along the trail included the Balto Race
(head to head sled racing), the Lewis & Clark
Expedition (injured scout rescue & first aid),
the Daniel Boone Game Hunt (hatchet/spear
throw at targets), the Delaware River Crossing
(pioneer bridging), and the Eskimo Lodge
(survival shelter). Garrison Humphrey’s Troop
203 drove to a quick lead, taking First Place
in the Balto Race by two wet noses. But the
In the most challenging Boy Scouts of America event of the year, scouts from across the Korean
other patrols never gave up battling back and
peninsula, were given the opportunity to test their courage and Scoutcraft skills in the Klondike
forth for the lead. The river crossing proved
Challenge 2010 held in the Chiak National Park near Wonju. – Courtesy photo
the most challenging as one or two brave
patrollers from each team had to first cross (1st place) leading into the final derby leg though the toughest of winter hazards that even
a 30 meter shallow river partially covered by making it fun ingredient trading for “beaver today’s trained Soldiers would be tested. At
thin ice and snow without breaking through meat, Indian corn and mountain noodles” as the closing “Howling at the Moon” ceremony
and getting a boot full of ice water causing they competed for best stew. Cooking using around a roaring camp fire, the scouts proved
elimination. The recon scout established a key only those ingredients plus any special spices in themselves worthy in earning their Polar Bear
bridging anchor line high up on the opposite their Dutch Ovens (cast iron pot) over coals, patches, Klondike camping awards and true
bank which allowed the remaining patrol the Wrangler judges were amazed on each bragging rights of one of BSA’s best in “Being
members to construct the main portion of stew’s tastiness, fit for hungry men. Garrison Prepared.” As the Klondike Chairman and
the rope bridge to transverse their sled across Yongsan Troop 80 Dragon Patrol received the Troop 80 Scoutmaster, I am very proud of each
the river and back without touching the blue ribbon as winning Chefs. participant. I especially thank my Co-chair,
water. Strong energetic teamwork gained each So which patrol earned the right to be Mr Bob Lamoureux, and all the gray-haired
patrol success, with Garrison Yongsan Troop called the Klondike champion? All did! As young at heart Wranglers that joined our fun
80 Shark Patrol achieving overall victory by in the end, every scout was a true winner. to make this a truly successful and lifelong
having the strongest bridge. These young inexperience boy’s turned into memorable Klondike. I now challenge all
Three patrols were dead even in nuggets fine young men overnight, trained to survive boys to get ready for 2011! R U Prepared?
min, EUSA. Second place is Sgt. Lajuan
Hickman, 1st Sig. Bde.
Special Achievement in Print: First place is
1st Sig. Bde.
Moss–Holland Civilian: Walter T. Ham,
EUSA
Contribution by a Stringer: First place is
Pfc. Robert Young, 2ID. Second place is Pfc.
Lee Hyun-bae, 2ID. Third place is Pvt. Jung
Ho-young, 2ID.
Web-based Publication:
First place is the EUSA Homepage.
Broadcast Categories:
Staff Sgt. Eleazar Craig, 2ID is the winner
for Television News Report and Television
Feature Report and second place for
Television Spot Production.
The Maj. Gen. Keith L. Ware Journalism
Awards Competition is an annual Department
of the Army level competition that recognizes
military and civilian-employee print and
broadcast practitioners for journalistic
excellence in furthering the objectives of the
Army internal-information program.
All first place and selected second place Maj. Gen. Keith L. Ware served as Deputy Chief and Chief of Information for the
winners will have their work submitted to the Department of the Army from September 1964 through November 1967. During that tour,
DA-level against the rest of the PA career field. he was promoted to Major General on July 1, 1966.
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★ Enhanced Quality of CYS Programs
★ Eliminated CYS registration fees

★ Increased Respite Child Care

★ Improved Medical Care

★ Created Army OneSource website to provide support for

geographically dispersed youth

★ Created tools to help fund off-post housing during transition and/or

separation periods
★ Established improved Deployment Cycle Support
★ Increased construction of new CYS facilities

★ Mitigates effects of deployment on children

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Classes for traditional Korean folk music

‘Nong-Ak’ offered at Humphreys
By Pfc. Joon Woo Baek
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs

HUMPHREYS GARRISON — The

Community Activity Center hosted a
class showcasing traditional Korean folk
music, “Nong-Ak,” here Feb. 2 and more
than 30 participants, including Korean
Augmentation to the United States Army
Soldiers, U.S. Army Soldiers and their
Family Members, came out for the event.
Nong-Ak is a type of a traditional folk
music featuring drumming, dancing, and
singing and a variety of percussion and wind
instruments.
The Korean Folk music has deep roots
in the farming culture, as it is traditionally
played as part of farm work to lessen the
hardships of labor, especially during harvest.
Koreans also perform Nong-Ak during
holiday and other festive celebrations.
The music classes offered on Humphreys
are a collaboration between the Area III Humphreys community members, including several KATUSAs, U.S. Soldiers and their Family
Senior Republic of Korea Army staff office, members, learn how to play the janggu during a traditional Korean music “Nong-Ak” class hosted
Humphreys’ Family and Morale, Welfare at the Community Activity Center, Feb. 2. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Lee, Sung-in
and Recreation directorate and Pyeongtaek
City.
The classes are taught by Lee Eun-kyu,
from the Wootdali Pyeongtaek Nong-Ak
group, a local Nong-Ak group famous for a
branch of the music tradition.
There are many forms of Nong-
Ak throughout Korea, with different
characteristics. The Wootdali Nong-Ak
represents the folk music of the Gyeonggi-
Chungcheon province that includes the
cities of Seoul and Pyeongtaek.
“It is a great opportunity for U.S. Soldiers
and their Family members to be introduced
to traditional Korean folk music and also
a great chance to understand traditional
Korean culture,” said Command Sgt. Maj.
Gal, Sang-min, of the Area III ROKA
Support Group. “It will serve as a gateway
to strengthening the alliance of Republic of
Korea and the U.S. and to help us better
understand one another.”
Maj. Choi, Jung-rak, commander of
the Area III ROKA Support Group, added, Katie Jones practices on the janggu, a drum-like instrument most commonly used in “Nong-Ak.”
“I hope more and more KATUSAs, U.S. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Lee, Sung-in
Soldiers and their families participate in servicemembers and their families; the to attend. The musical instruments are
these classes. We plan to expand the classes, National Center for Korean Traditional provided for participants.
perhaps into separate adult and children Performing Arts teaches a class on Yongsan For more information, contact Capt. Lee, Eun-kyu, the instructor from the Wootdali
classes…if there are enough people who garrison. Kim Ki-bum at 753-6122 or e-mail KiBum. Nong-Ak group, demonstrates the correct way
come to learn.” On Humphreys, the classes are offered Kim3@us.army.mil or Command Sgt. to hold the gungchae, one of the two sticks
Two Nong-Ak classes are currently every Thursday, from 7 – 8 p.m., at the Maj. Gal Sang-min at 753-6263 or e-mail used to hit the janggu.
being offered on the peninsula for U.S. CAC. All community members are invited sangmin.gal@us.army.mil. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Lee, Sung-in

Air Defenders launch ‘Not in my barracks’ initiative

By Pfc. Michael Vanpool
35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade Public
Affairs
OSAN AIR BASE — The barracks
provide security, sleep, and relaxation to the
Soldier. Safety is one of the last concerns
they want to consider when they come
home after a long day at work, or from out
in the field.
To combat risky situations, the Air
Defenders of the 35th Air Defense Artillery
Brigade are standing up and sounding off,
“Not in my barracks.”
Chaplain (Lt. Col.) William T. Barbee,
35th ADA brigade chaplain, is teaming up
with the Soldiers on a program, called “Not
in My Barracks,” which allows Soldiers to
offer insight on protecting themselves and
their home.
“Leadership can only do so much.”
Barbee said. “We as Soldiers have to take the
lead in solving problems ourselves.”
During the past few months, a series of
sessions have been held with the batteries of
the 35th ADA Brigade. Soldiers living in the
barracks voice their concerns and brainstorm
ideas on improving life in the barracks.
While most of the suggestions can be
solved by the command, the Soldiers realize
in the sessions that most of the problems can
be solved by themselves.
“The leaders are taking it seriously, and
Soldiers are taking responsibility,” said
Barbee. “By bringing the Soldiers together,
they realize the importance of looking
out for each other. They take care of their
own.”
Since the program began just a few
months ago, the impacts have already been
felt across the 35th ADA Brigade.
“From my foxhole,” said Barbee, “I’ve
seen dramatically less problems than I have
in the past.”
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News & Notes “What are your plans for Valentine’s Day?”
Comic Magician Michael Kent By Cpl. Ju-ho Ma
Comic magician Michael Kent brings his sense 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade Public Affairs
of humor, combined with the art of magic, to
the Suwon Community Activity Center, Feb. 17,
starting at 7 p.m. and Tommy D’s, Feb. 18, at 8
p.m. His late-night talk show style and modern
day magic invites the audience to experience
what it’s like when a stand-up comedian
performs magic. For more information, call
754-5875.

Ice Wall Climbing O2 World Seoul

Humphreys Outdoor Recreation is traveling to
O2 World Seoul for ice climbing Feb. 21. This
artificial ice climbing gym has pre-fixed top
ropes, pre-set ice screws and the longest route Pfc. Ashley Paugh Staff Sgt. Larry Young Pvt. Min-wook Lee
goes up 25 meters. Bring extra won for lunch 5th Medical Attachment Headquarters and Headquarters Company Headquarters and Headquarters Company
and souvenirs and the deadline to sign up for 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade
this trip is Feb. 17. Call 753-3255 or 753-3013
for more information. “I’m going to go skiing with BOSS winter “I’m going to take my kids to Everland.” “I’m going to take my girlfriend to a dinner and
games tour.” a movie.”
Attention Nicholas Sparks fans
Enter to win a “Dear John” book, movie poster,
T-shirt or bookmark at the USAG-Humphreys
library on Feb. 19. The love story based on
Nicholas Sparks New York Times bestseller
book will be playing at the post theater Feb.
19-21. Also, participants may enter to win a
romantic vacation for two to Charleston, S.C.,
by visiting www.ArmyMWR.com by February
14. Call 753-8433 for more information.

So You Think You Can Dance?

Do you watch this competitive reality show on
TV and say “I can do that!” Well, here is your
chance. Feb. 24, Humphreys FMWR and the
USO have partnered to bring “So You Think
You Can Dance” to the Community Activity
Center at 7 p.m. For more information or to sign
up, call 753-6281.
Osan Vet Well-animal clinic
The Osan Veterinary Clinic will be at the
Community Activity Center, Feb. 22, from
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. They offer micro-chipping,
inoculations, parasite checks and physicals.
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are
recommended. Sick animals will not be seen
at the Well-animal clinic. For more information,
call 784-6614.
Joint Services Blood Drive
The 95th Blood Support Detachment is hosting
a Joint Blood Service Drive with the Armed
Service Blood Bank Center, Feb. 24, in the
Super Gym, from 11 am. – 6 p.m. The blood
collected during the drive provides life-saving
blood products to the U.S. Naval Hospital,
Okinawa, as well as to Soldiers and their
Family members and deployed units throughout
Pacific Command. For more information, call
753-3635.
SKIESUnlimited Instructors Needed
Do you have a special skill or talent? Do you
want to get paid to teach others about it?
The SKIESUnlimited Program is looking for
instructors to teach a variety of youth programs.
They are currently seeking to fill the demand for
guitar, piano, violin, swimming and gymnastics
instructors. Soldiers, civilians and anyone
over the age of 18, are eligible to teach these
paid positions. Send your resume to aundrea.
witt@us.army.mil or call 753-5612 for more
information.
Directorate of Public Works update
The next Real Property Planning Board is
scheduled for March 2010 at a date to be
determined. This is a project call to submit
Soldier’s, Family member’s and civilian quality
projects to go before the board for approval
and funding. Requests should be forwarded
to the Directorate of Public Works on a Facility
Engineer Work Request DA Form 4283. For
more information, call 753-3341.
Sgt. Sung-woo Kay Capt. Natalie Karelis
Bravo Company USAG-Humphreys Legal Center
532 Military Intelligence Battalion
“I’ll be in Australia for two weeks to be with “I just got here, so I’ll be looking for a place to
my girlfriend.” move into.”
Sesame Street characters delight children of all ages
By Lori Yerdon
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs
HUMPRHEYS GARRSION — The
Sesame Street Experience for Military
Families took USAG-Humphreys by storm
as several hundred Humphreys community
members flocked to the Community
Activity Center for two shows Tuesday.
Since 2008, United Service Organizations
and Sesame Street have teamed up to bring
the show to military installations world-
wide, but this year marks the first time it was
performed in the Republic of Korea.
Before the show started, eager Sesame
Street fans received several giveaways,
including Talk, Listen, Connect program
outreach materials.
The 30-minute show featured dancing
and singing performances by Cookie
Monster, Zoe, Elmo, Grover and Rosita.
Fans of all ages were excited as the characters
made their way through the crowd during
the performance and posed for pictures.
Lonnie Cooper, USO Tour manager said
the entertainment also has a message behind Crowd favorite, Elmo, greets children during the Sesame Street Experience for Military Families
it for military children and parents. show, Tuesday. — U.S. Army photo by Lori Yerdon
“The show teaches them that it’s OK According to the Sesame Workshop web “Parents will come up to us after a show and
to miss your mom or dad when they have site, the show is an initiative that provides thank us for making it easy for them to talk
to be gone,” he said. “It tries to give kids support and offers significant resources to their children.”
some concrete ideas, like writing letters (to for military families with young children Abby Jones, age 9, said “The show
parents that are away) and telling stories experiencing the effects of deployments, was great and Cookie Monster was my
to each other. Things they can do to pass multiple deployments or when a parent favorite.”
the time.” returns home changed due to a combat “I’m excited to have Sesame Street come
“I thought it (the show) was pretty cool,” related injury. to Humphreys,” said Tami Nelson, USO
said 11-year-old Dominic Perez. “I liked “The best (show) feedback for me is Humphreys center manager, “because the
Cookie Monster the best.” the smiles on the kid’s faces,” said Cooper. children are so excited.”
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Unattended cooking may cause fires, result in injuries, damage

By Allexthea I. Carter
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs

HUMPRHEYS GARRSION —
There have been two kitchen fires since
the New Year began and, like the four
kitchen fires here in 2009, they were the
result of unattended cooking, according
to Humphreys Installation Fire Chief,
Anthony Marra.
“Folks in the kitchen have to pay
attention to detail. When you go to work
you pay attention to what you’re doing, it’s
the same thing with cooking,” Marra said.
“I recommend that multi-tasking not be a
factor when cooking.”
Cooking fires can occur when someone
leaves pots and pans unattended for too
long on an active stove. Cooking oil in the
pan heats up and starts to burn, resulting
in a fire.
“You’ve got to do your cooking, complete
your action, turn everything off, and then
go back to your room,” said Marra on
the proper procedure for cooking in the
barracks. “You have people going back to
their room, get distracted, and then we
have a fire.”
Most the facilities here have sprinkler
systems that can extinguish fires quickly and
effectively. However, after the fire has been
extinguished, other problems can occur.
Fires leave a bad odor that can linger Fires originating from the kitchen account for 40 percent of fires each year in the U.S. — Coutesy photo
for weeks. Smoke can irritate those with the elevators, it can cause extensive damage. Association, www.nfpa.org, fires that “Cooking fires can be prevented,” he
allergies and sprinklers can cause water The smoke can also leave dark spots on the originate from the kitchen make up 40 said. “Folks need to focus on cooking
damage. walls. percent of fires each year in the U.S., and while in the kitchen, before moving on to
On post, it takes about eight minutes for Cooking fires can add up to about eight people die or are seriously injured by something else.”
the fire department to arrive and, during $3,500 worth of damages per fire for the a cooking fire every day. In case of a fire or emergency, call: On
that time, sprinklers have sprayed about garrison, Marra said. Marra urges everyone to practice safe post, 0505-753-7911 or 031-690-7911 for
240 gallons of water. If the water spreads to According to the National Fire Prevention cooking. cell phones or off post, dial 119.

Humphreys’ hosts Far East Wrestling Tournament

By Lori Yerdon
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs

HUMPRHEYS GARRSION — The venue for the 2010 DODEA Far East Wrestling event was the Super Gym Feb. 8 – 11 and wrestlers from 11 Pacific-area high schools
converged on Humphreys to compete for Far East championship titles.
Wrestlers from Daegu American School, Osan American High School and Seoul American High School represented the Korea DODEA school district and for the Japan
district, Yokota High School, Zama American High School, Kinnick High School, Edgren High School and E.J. King High School brought competitors.
Guam High School represented the Guam district and Kadena High School and Kubasaki High School rounded off the roster of wrestlers from the Okinawa district.

Editor’s Note: The results from the Far East Wrestling Tournament will be in next week’s edition.

Osan’s Matt Choi grapples with a wrestler from E. J. King during a bout on the Minsu Kim from Osan American school works to free himself from a 135-pound opponent from
second day of the tournament. The E. J. King Cobra won the match. Guam High School during day two of the tournament. — U.S. Army photos by Lori Yerdon
FEBRUARY 12, 2010
ACAP services help take the sting out of separation
ACAP counselors Angela Wiggs (left), and Daphne Becker are among the service representatives available at Camp Henry’s ACAP facility to
assist authorized Soldiers, Family members, retirees, and DoD civilians with all their ACAP needs. — U.S. Army photo by Kang, Hye-jin
By Mary Grimes
USAG Daegu Public Affairs
DAEGU GARRISON — Starting over
again is not always an easy thing to do.
Whether it’s going back to school after a
long absence, or returning to the civilian
sector after completing a hitch with the
military, getting back into the swing of
things is a transition that requires lots of
patience and preparation.
For authorized Soldiers, Family
members, retirees, and Department of
the Army Civilians, the Army Career and
Alumni Program (ACAP) can take some of
the sting out of what could possibly become
an otherwise painful experience.
Currently in its 19th year, ACAP is the
principle program that the Army offers
to assist Soldiers with making informed
decisions about their future. For individuals
exiting the Army, participating in ACAP is
a requirement.
According to Drew M. Brandt, USAG
Daegu, Transition Services Manager, “Title
10 of the United States Code mandates
USAG Daegu is taking serious actions on unattended cooking incidents
By Andrew M. Allen
USAG Daegu Deputy Fire Chief
DAEGU GARRISON — On 1
February 2010 the USAG Daegu Garrison
Commander signed into effect Policy Letter
# 26. This policy covers Unauthorized or
Negligent Conduct resulting in Fire &
Emergency Services responses. The largest
problem the Garrison Fire Department has
is unattended cooking; leaving the kitchen
or area where food is being cooked on the
stove or in the microwave.
This policy letter is established to
reduce the number of unauthorized
or negligent emergency responses the
garrison is experiencing. In 2008 USAG
Daegu experienced 65 of these type
responses as well as 2 fires. In 2009 the
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pre-separation counseling. ACAP is the
Army’s Agency for administering that
counseling and ensuring that the Soldier
fully understands his rights, benefits and
services. That understanding is confirmed
by signing DD Form 2648, after which a
copy of that form is placed in the Soldier’s
permanent file.”
The Transition Services Manager said
that individuals using ACAP need not feel
overwhelmed as they prepare for transition.
He said, “An individual has unlimited
use of ACAP services, and Army policy
considers ACAP to be an official use of
time, just like a dental appointment or visit
to JAG. As always, the unit mission is a
Soldier’s priority, and will take precedence
over ACAP services. However, commanders
are urged to support a Soldier’s desire to
participate in all of the services offered
by ACAP and afford the Soldier the
opportunity to obtain information that was
identified on the Soldier’s Pre-separation
Counseling Checklist.”
Even to an outsider looking in, the benefits
of using ACAP would appear to be well worth
one’s time and energy. ACAP provides
number was 48 responses and 2 fires. With
these numbers, our luck is running out.
We do not want to lose someone due to a
careless fire that could have been prevented
by following simple safety measures.
Unauthorized, negligent or careless
detailed job assistance training, counseling
and resources that an individual will need to
quickly find a job, and according to ACAP
officials, often before they leave active duty.
Officials added that a recent Army Research
Institute (ARI) study demonstrated that the
full use of all ACAP services reduces the time
it takes for a client to find a job and increases
the amount of money they earn.
Taking advantage of the services available
at ACAP requires that the individual plan
ahead, and plan appropriately. “Before
an individual decides to separate or retire
from the Army he should visit the ACAP
Center to explore and compare civilian
career options.
“If the individual has decided to
separate or retire from the Army, he
can access transition and job assistance
services up to two years (for retirees)
or one year (for non-retiring Soldiers)
prior to departure from active duty.
Soldiers who begin their ACAP services
early in their transition are better able to
schedule ACAP activities around unit duty
requirements,” explained Brandt.
Adding to what already seems like a
conduct, as it relates to fire prevention and
protection, places the individual, facility,
and community at risk; not to mention first
responders responding to an emergency.
Examples: responses due to unattended
cooking, unauthorized use of candles and
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treasure trove of support, Area IV ACAP
customers can now add to their haul an
atmosphere that further supports their
comfort, as well as their transition needs.
Stated Brandt, “The Camp Henry ACAP
facility has undergone several significant
upgrades and restorations. The most recent
renovations provide a more friendly and
professional atmosphere for the clients, as
well as the staff as they process the various
services. We’ve upgraded our computers,
and we’ve also added new furniture. We
think the furniture will not only add to the
Soldier’s comfort, but provide a new look
for the facility as well.”
ACAP officials said that they are also
excited about the upcoming Grand Re-
Opening of the Camp Henry facility. The
Grand Re-Opening is scheduled for Mar.
3, 10 a.m.
In addition to the changes in comfort
and appearance, Brandt said that in recent
years, ACAP has also experienced a technical
change. Brandt stated that ACAP Express
is a major change that allows clients online
assistance by enabling them to view the
ACAP Center’s schedule, make appointments
for the pre-separation counseling, obtain
resume and cover letter assistance, and view
employment study guides.”
Upgrades and enhancements are not
a consideration for Camp Henry alone.
Currently, the ACAP team is working
on a plan that will provide ACAP on-
site services to Soldiers located at Camp
Carroll. Officials said that the estimated
start of those services is early third quarter
FY10. They added that Soldiers assigned to
Busan and in areas greater than a fifty mile
radius of Camp Henry, can receive ACAP
assistance through the Remote Services
Program. Entry into this program, they
said, is through ACAP Express at https://
www.acapexpress.army.mil.
ACAP officials said that individuals
exiting the Army will find that ACAP is
committed to providing top notch assistance
to every authorized user of its services.
“ACAP is a valuable experience for the
Soldier, and here in USAG Daegu, ACAP
will maintain a creative momentum,
constantly working to better the transition
services. We will continue to work with
Area IV community agencies to combine
strengths to improve existing programs,
and implement new ones,” stated Brandt.
incense that set off smoke detectors,
smoking in barracks rooms and setting
off detectors, malicious activation of fire
alarm pull stations, and tampering with
smoke detectors. Individuals responsible
will be held liable for the emergency
response service costs incurred by the
garrison. That cost has been established
at $200 per response.
Stay in the kitchen while you are frying,
grilling, or broiling food. If you leave the
kitchen for even a second, turn OFF the
stove, microwave or toaster! Microwave
popcorn cooks quickly—Burns quickly—
the Fire Dept. responds quickly. Watch
your popcorn! It doesn’t take that long to
cook. Reminder: Incense, candles, and
smoking are not authorized in barracks/
BEQs/BOQs. Don’t do it!
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t News & Notes
Superstars of wrestling
Global showdown 2010
Superstars of wrestling will be held at
the Camp Walker Fitness Center Feb.
21, 6 p.m. WARNING: do not attempt
to imitate the wrestlers. They are
trained professionals.
Put it on ICE
Tell us how the USAG Daegu is doing -
put us on ICE! http://ice.disa.mil/index
2010 Daegu Area Men’s
and Women’s Post-Level Softball
Tryouts will begin in February. Times
and dates will be announced. Interested
parties should contact Mr. Fleisher at
764-4800 or Mr. Algarin at 765-7089.
This is a Traveling league and games
will be against all other Area post
teams throughout Korea. Sign up at
the Cp. Walker or Cp. Carroll Fitness
Centers.
National Health Observance
February is International Prenatal
Infection Prevetion Month. Learn
more about health risks by contacting
your installation health facility for
more information. Prevention begins
with you.
Casino Night
TMP a driving force behind local Good Neighbor effort
By Kang, Hye-jin
USAG Daegu Public Affairs Intern
DAEGU — Those children currently
at Daegu’s Ho-dong Orphanage are not as
mindful of the cold because of the warm
gestures recently made by Soldiers and
family members from the USAG Daegu
Transportation Motor Pool (TMP) on
Camp Henry. Thanks to the helping hands
of a few, the children became the recipients
of items of clothing, and food, that far too
many of us often take for granted.
According to Sgt. 1st Class William
Ward, who helped organize the event,
helping the children is something that
is simply the right thing to do. He said,
“The TMP has reached out to help the
children as best we can with those daily
needs that while they may be available to
us, they are not as available or accessible
to these children.
“This is an annual project that the TMP
fully embraces, and whenever we do this, Representatives from USAG Transportation Motorpool, (TMP), Camp Henry, pose for a
you can tell that it is done in the right spirit photo with children and cadre from Daegu’s Ho-dong Orphanage. The TMP Soldiers and
and for all the right reasons. I think I speak family members recently provided dry foods, clothing, and other daily essential items to the
for all the other Soldiers who are here to orphanage in support of the USAG/Area IV Good Neighbor effort. — U.S. Army photo by
support this event. You only have to look Hye-jin Kang
around and see the smiles and the joy on that it not only makes me want the best for A USAG family member, Ellen Ward
the face of each child, to realize that this is them in the future, but it makes me want participated in the visit to the orphanage, and
a true “Good Neighbor” effort, and that it’s to do all that I can for them today. I want seemed unable to contain her joy in helping,
working. I know that when I look at their these children to grow up healthy and in
living conditions and their surroundings, good spirits.” — See ORPHANAGE on Page 28—

19th ESC hosts Lunar New Year reception, strengthens alliance

The USO on Camp Walker will hold a
Casino Night, Feb. 19, from 5 until 9
p.m. Free food and casino games - roll
the dice for a chance at prizes and to
support your USO! For information,
call 764-4438.

Valentine’s Weekend Getaway

Join us at the Camp Walker or Camp
Carroll Lodge this Valentine’s weekend
on; Feb 12-14 and stay for half price on
one or two nights. Book all three nights
(Fri-Sun) and stay the third night free.
It is first-come-first-served. It does not
apply to anyone on official travel (i.e.
PCS, TDY), but leisure travel only.
Show your Lodge registration sheet
at the Evergreen Community Club
and save 10% off on your meals! For
reservations, call 764-5536 or 765-
7722.

USAG Daegu
CYSS Baseball Registration
Register your child Feb 1-26 at CYSS
Central Registry, on Camp Walker in
building 257. CYSS Baseball is open to
youth, ages 3-15 yrs., $25 for children,
ages 3-4 yrs. & $45 for youth, ages
5-15 yrs. Discounts are available for
multiple children and coaches! CYSS
Baseball season runs from March – Brig. Gen. Thomas A. Harvey, 19th ESC Commander, shows appreciation after the samulnori performance during the recent Lunar New Year
June. For more information, Call 764- Reception at the Evergreen Community Club. — photo by Pfc. Lee, Jun-ho
4859.
By Sgt. Lee Jae-won gathered to celebrate the Lunar New Year Year early in the year until last year.
Sweetheart Bowling Tournament 19th ESC Public Affairs and Lt. Gen. Joseph Fil, Eighth Army “I think by celebrating the Lunar New
will be held at the Walker Bowling Commanding General, also participated in Year gives better impression to Daegu
Center on Feb. 14, 1 p.m. 1st place The Commanding General’s Lunar New the event and the reception was held Feb. 6 community,” said Cpl. Park Dae-seung,
- Cash Prize (Based on the total Year Reception took place to celebrate at the Evergreen Community Club. 19th ESC Protocol, “since most Koreans
number of bowlers), 2nd Place - 2 the Lunar New Year and appreciates Brig. Gen. Thomas A. Harvey, 19th celebrate the Lunar New Year, local
Steak Dinners at the Evergreen, 3rd Daegu community for their generosity ESC Commander, announced the toast in community would feel friendlier to the
Place - 15 free games of bowling. and dedication to helping the command Hangul, “Sae-hae-bok-man-yi-baad-eu-se- installation.”
Teams must be a couple (male & managing various tasks to maintain the yo!” meaning “Happy New Year!” Along with the toast, audiences
female, husband & wife, mother & Army Strong through U.S. – Republic of It was the first time that the command watched a samulnori performance, Korean
son, etc). Entry fee is $30 per team. Korea alliance in Korea. has celebrated the Lunar New Year, where traditional percussion quartet, performed
Nearly 200 servicemembers and guests the command has been celebrating the New by Daegu samulnoripae team.
FEBRUARY 12, 2010
Camp Carroll hosts 20th annual BOSS Forum
By Spc. Daniel Wallace
501st SBDE Public Affairs
CAMP CARROLL — United States
Forces Korea recently held its 20th Annual
BOSS Forum at the Community Activities
Center on Camp Carroll. The week- long
event included a number of on and off post
activities for those in attendance, and further
supported the USAG Good Neighbor
Program.
For two soldiers, in particular, the
event was most memorable. Both Staff
Sgt. Zambroca Hughes, 65th Medical
Brigade, the outgoing BOSS President
for Camp Carroll, and Sgt. Ryan King,
501st Sustainment Brigade, the incoming
BOSS representative to replace Zambroca,
the forum gave them an opportunity to
exchange ideas and share experiences. Also
present at this year’s forum was USAG
Daegu Command Sgt. Maj. David R.
Abbott, United States Army Garrison
Command Sgt. Maj., Command Sgt. Maj.
Kevin N. Witt, IMCOM-Korea Command
Sgt. Maj., and Department of the Army
(DA) BOSS Command Sgt. Maj. Tammy
D. Coon and DA BOSS representative, Sgt.
Danielle Colson.
Each day of the forum provided a
different activity. Sports tournaments at the
Camp Carroll Gym included sumo wrestling,
dodgeball, volleyball and basketball. A night
of comedy that featured Justin McClure
of “Last Comic Standing” fame, Daniel
Dugar of HBO and Def Comedy Jam, and
winner of the Get Up, Standup Comedy
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Competition, Mike Yard, filled a single
evening’s activity.
A banquet highlighted one other evening
of the forum. The social hour gave BOSS
participants a chance to mingle with each
other, as well as with special guests IMCOM-
Korea Commander, Brig. Gen. John Uberti,
Brig. Gen. Thomas A. Harvey, Commanding
General 19th Expeditionary Sustainment
Command, and Command Sgt. Maj.
Robert Winzenried USFK Command Sgt.
Maj., and Command Sgt. Maj. Brian S.
Connie, 19th Expeditionary Sustainment
Command Sgt. Maj. Adding to the night’s
activities was a break dance performance,
and a magic show. Wrapping up the evening,
awards presentations were made to BOSS
representatives from around the peninsula.
While many activities satisfied the
entertainment portion of the forum,
BOSS never loss sight of its commitment
to support Good Neighbor events and
opportunities. Breaking into four groups
and then venturing out into downtown
Daegu, Soldiers visited an orphanage, and
a soup kitchen where they served meals and
interacted with area senior citizens. This
gesture of friendship also seemed to be in
keeping with the forum’s motto “Bridging
the Gap.”
The BOSS Forum allowed for the
discussion of plans for future projects and
(TOP) Area IV BOSS representatives pose for a group photo after the end of the BOSS Forum activities. More importantly, many left
Banquet. (BOTTOM) Brig. Gen. Thomas A. Harvey (left), the 19th Expeditionary Sustainment the annual event having gained a deeper
Command commanding General, Command Sgt. Maj. Robert Winzenried (middle), the knowledge and understanding of the need
Command Sergeant Major of USFK/ 8th U.S. Army and Command Sgt. Maj Brian S. Connie, and purpose of BOSS, while at the same
the 19th ESC CSM have a discussion during social hour before the banquet dinner at the BOSS time renewing old friendships, and forging
forum. — U.S. Army photos by Spc. Daniel Wallace new ones.
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“My children and I came to the orphanage
because we want these young boys and girls to
know that we truly care. While here, and they
appear so hopeful and positive. I just hope
that whatever my tiny gesture, it contributes
to a healthy and bright future for them. I
want them to be happy,” she said.
The kindness shown by the TMP crew
did not go unnoticed. Byung-gook Choi, the
Director of Ho-dong Orphanage expressed
his joy and appreciation to the Soldiers.
“We all appreciate your visit and the sincere
support you have shown our children. This
is a great way to start off the New Year, and
I think this type of kindness will certainly
inspire and motivate the children. Thank
you so much,” she said.
For Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Burks,
this was his second visit to the Ho-dong
facility. He summed up these feelings
about TMP’s desire to help the orphanage
by saying, “I think this is an amazing
opportunity for us as Soldiers and family
members to connect with our neighbors.
For as long as I am in Korea, I will
participate in this activity. As long as I can
help the children, and encourage them,
then I want to keep coming back.”

AREA IV Job Opportunities

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER VACANCY GRADE LOCATION CLOSE DATE
APF US CITIZEN POSITIONS
Camps Henry, Walker
KOEZ10999900 Logistics Mgt Spec (Instructor) GS-11 19th ESC, Spt Ops Feb. 12
KOEZ10013127 Engineering Tech GS-11 USAG, DPW Feb. 15
KOEZ10012913 Supv Inventory Mgt GS-12 19th ESC, Spt Ops Feb. 15
KOEZ10034519 Supv Dir Emergency Svc YC-2 USAG, DES Feb. 19
KOEZ10034624 Supv Strategic Planning Spec YC-2 USAG, PA&IO Feb. 19
Busan
SWH8010YV030894 Contract Administrator GS-12 DCMA Feb. 22

NAF US CITIZEN POSITIONS

Camps Henry, Walker
KRNAFEZ10-003-WW Dir FMWR NF-05 USAG, DFMWR Feb. 16
KRNAFEZ10-002WW Education, Liaison & Outreach Svc Director NF-04 USAG, MWR, CYSSD Mar. 1
Camp Carroll
KRNAFEZ10-001WW Business Manager NF-04 USAG, MWR, Bowling Mar. 1

NAF KN & 3rd COUNTRY FM POSITIONS

Camps Henry, Walker
SN-10-0130T Laborer, Semiskilled KWB-03 USAG, MWR, CW PFC Feb. 15
SN-10-0131T Waiter/Waitress KWB-02 USAG, MWR, Henry’s Feb. 15
SN-10-0132T Food Service Worker KWB-02 USAG, MWR, ECC Feb. 15

For more information, contact Employment Readiness Program Manager, Steven Wegley at 768-7951
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용산기지, 봉사자들의 훌륭한 활동을 치하

이병 최용준 브라이언 올굿병원에서 일하는 전광훈 병장은 영 타라스씨는 수상식이 끝난 뒤, “제가 수상자로 거
용산기지 사령부 공보실 낙 보육원에서 영어교사와 보모로 일한 것을 바탕 론 되는지도 몰랐는데 상을 받게 되어서 놀랐고,
으로 카투사 최우수 봉사자로 선정되었다. 굉장한 영광입니다. 저는 제가 가족 준비테세 그룹
용산 기지, 대한민국 – 용산기지 관계자들은 지난 성인 부분의 최우수 봉사자는 매주 20에서 30 시 과 함께 어린 배우자들을 도와주기 위하여 봉사한
1월 28일 미군 지역 서비스 빌딩에서 분기별 우수 간을 2-2 항공대 D 중대의 가족 준비테세 그룹의 것을 기쁘게 생각합니다. 특히나 한국에 새로온 배
봉사자들을 위한 행사를 개최하여, 봉사 활동 우수 리더로서 일한 미쉘 타라스씨 에게 돌아갔다. 그녀 우자들과 K-16에 있어 편의 시설과 약간은 떨어진
자들의 명예를 높여주고, 최우수 봉사 활동자 3명 는 120명의 군인과 24개의 가족들로 이루어진 중 곳에서 생활하는 배우자들을 돕는게 보람되고 기
을 뽑아서 수상하였다. 대의 유일한 연락반으로서 일해왔다. 뻤습니다.”라고 수상 소감을 전달하였다.
추천 된 봉사자들은 그들의 시간을 용산 지역 사
회의 발전을 위해 힘쓴4명의 청소년들과 6명의 카
투사, 그리고 22명의 성인 봉사자들이다. 레넷 할
리버튼(Lenette Haliburton), 전광훈 병장과 미쉘
타라스(Michele Tarras)가 각각 청소년 , 카투사, 성
인 부분에서 분기별 최우수 봉사자 상을 수상하였
다.
용산기지 사령관 데이빗 홀 대령은 행사에 참석
한 40명이 넘는 인원들에게 개최 인사를 전하였다.
“용산기지는 봉사자들의 훌륭한 활동이 아니었으
면, 지금과 다르게 본래의 구실을 다하지 못하였을
것이 분명합니다. 저는 그들이 이곳을 탁월하게 만
들려고 노력해주신 것에 대해 무한한 감사를 표합
니다.”
홀 대령의 개최 인사에 이어 2-2 강습 대대 사령
관인 매튜 루이스 중령은 초청 연사로 초대되어 연
설하게 되었다. 그는 전통적인 연설 방법에서 벗어
나, 그의 아들과 아침에 있었던 대화를 인용하여
청중들에게 유머를 선사하였다.
4분기의 청소년 최우수 봉사자는 청소년 클럽에
서 180시간동안 리더로서 또래들에게 인생이 얼마
나 가치있고, 그들의 삶이 의미가 있는지 가르치고
전파해온 레넷 할리버튼에게 수여되었다.