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November 21, 2008 • Volume 7, Issue 8 http://imcom.korea.army.mil Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea
Inside

Yongsan community Men’s pre-season


members get a taste basketball teams take

No endorsement implied
for making kimchi to the court

Page 9 Page 23

Daegu Soldiers take hold of combatives training

See Page 28
Sergeant 1st Class William M. Ward tries to sweep from the guard position under Sgt. Shawn Che during Sergeants Time training. “The purpose of this training is giving basic knowledge of what
to expect so you’re not surprised if something like this happens in reality,” Ward said. Download this photo at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea — U.S. Army photo by Kim Keun-kyo

Operating TMPs: What’s okay, what’s not FRG Round Up focus on 2ID Soldiers, Families
By Susan Silpasornprasit the Burger King drive-thru or parked at the
IMCOM-K Public Affairs Post Exchange (except when making official See Story, Page 2
purchase) may be breaking the standard of
Many Army units in Korea operate what is considered appropriate. Army and
Transportation Motor Pool vehicles and USFK Regulations outline the procedures and
there are strict regulations that drivers and standards for proper use of TMPs. Chapter
passengers should be aware of. These vehicles 4 of AR 58-1 specifically addresses what is
are for official military missions and field deemed appropriate use versus abuse though
work as outlined in Army Regulation 58-1, theater-specific regulations often add more
8th Army Regulation 58-1, and USFK stringent requirements. Each garrision trains
Regulation 58-8. its supported Transportation Coordinators on
“Leaders need to brief Soldiers on what is and is not permissible.
proper and improper use and exercise “Every unit must have both a primary
positive control over the vehicles in their and alternate trans coordinator and each of
unit,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Kevin Witt, them must attend TC training twice a year,”
Installation Management Command-Korea said Keli`i Bright, Installation Transportation As part of the commanding general’s priorities of caring for Soldiers, civilians and Family
Region CSM. Office. “Each TC briefing covers permissible members, Maj. Gen. John W. Morgan III, 2ID commander, hosted the third FRG Round Up at
A TMP that is parked at a dormitory, the Dragon Hill Lodge in Yongsan to inform and empower the unit’s ‘corporate stockholders.
used to run personal errands, cruising –See TMP, Page 4– Visit www.flickr.com/imcomkorea to view this photo. — Photo courtesy of 2ID Public Affairs
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The Morning Calm


Published by Installation Management
SAHS student signs Letter of Intent to play college basketball
Command - Korea

Commanding General/Publisher: Brig. Gen. John Uberti


Public Affairs Officer/Editor: Edward N. Johnson
Deputy PAO: Slade Walters
Senior Editor: Susan Silpasornprasit

USAG-RED CLOUD
Commander: Col. Larry A. Jackson
Public Affairs Officer: Margaret Banish-Donaldson
CI Officer: James F. Cunningham

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Commander: Col. David W. Hall
Public Affairs Officer: David McNally
Staff Writers: Sgt. Im Jin-min, Cpl. Lee Min-hwi,
Spc. Jason C. Adolphson

USAG-HUMPHREYS
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Public Affairs Officer: Bob McElroy
CI Officer: Lori Yerdon
Writer-Editor: Ken Hall
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Public Affairs Officer: Ronald Inman
Staff Writer: Pvt. Park, Kyung Rock
Staff Writer: Lee, Dodam

This Army newspaper is an authorized publication for


members of the Department of Defense. Contents of The
Morning Calm Weekly are not necessarily official views of,
or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, Department of De-
fense, or Department of the Army. The editorial content of
this weekly publication is the responsibility of the IMCOM-
Korea, Public Affairs, APO AP 96205. Circulation: 9,500
Devanee Taylor signs a National Letter of Intent offering a scholarship to play college basketball for Newberry College. Devanee signed the letter
Oct. 17 at Seoul American High School while her parents Sergeants Maj. Darvin and Dana Taylor, and her brother, Darvin II, look on. Also pictured
Printed by Oriental Press, a private firm in no way con- are Bob Sennett, SAHS principal; Donald Hedgepast, athletic director; Jesse J. Smith, girls varsity basketball assistant coach; and Bill Ratcliff,
nected with the U.S. Government, under exclusive written
contract with the Contracting Command-Korea. The girls varsity head coach. Download this photo at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea — U.S. Army photo by Susan Silpasornprasit
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Military housing residents to get improved Internet service


The appearance of advertising in this publication, including
inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement
by the U.S. Army or Oriental Press of the products or ser-
vices advertised. Everything advertised in this publication
shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage By Gwendolyn R. Smalls up to five megabytes of speed. This new capability will also fix access
without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, 1st Signal Brigade Public Affairs problems to government sites.
age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation,
or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or “We got reports from some family members [living in these
patron. If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity Residents of Yongsan’s Eagle Grove, Black Hawk Village and areas] that they were having problems accessing .mil sites such as
policy by an advertiser is confirmed, the printer shall refuse
to print advertising from that source until the violation is
Itaewon Acres family housing will soon see an improvement in MyPay and Human Resource Command,” said Lt. Col. James Parks,
corrected. their Internet services. Korean Telecom has agreed to upgrade the 41st Signal Battalion commander.
infrastructure to these areas improving internet speed and access. “As we looked into these problems we discovered other
Oriental Press President: Charles Chong
Commercial Advertising The 1st Signal Brigade is working together with KT, the United infrastructure challenges that required re-engineering to fix the
Telephone: 738-5005 or 723-4253 States Forces Korea J6, Installation Management Command access problems,” he added.
Fax: (02) 790-5795
E-mail: oppress@kornet.net Korea, Department of Public Works and Korean National Housing With planning almost complete, construction is set to begin
Mail address: PSC 450, Box 758, APO AP 96206-0758 Corporation in meeting one of the Combatant Commander’s top and will provide residents with improved access soon.
Location: Bldg. 1440, Yongsan, Main Post
priorities: improve the quality of life for our Servicemembers and “We have to dig and KT will put in new fiber lines to all the
SUBMISSIONS OR COMMENTS: their families. housing,” said Parks. “Not only will residents get access to .mil
Phone: DSN 724-TMCW (8629) Residents in these areas currently have Asymmetric Digital addresses, they will see increased speed and service from the Internet
Fax: DSN 724-3356
E-mail: MorningCalmWeekly @korea.army.mil Subscriber Line services that cannot always access government provider.”
websites and have a limited speed of up to two megabytes. Very High Parks attributes the success of solving this issue to cooperation
Speed Digital Subscriber Line is what the new infrastructure can and teamwork and anticipates the trench digging will begin soon
Visit us online provide based on the customer’s choice and is capable of delivering with a completion date of mid-March 2009.
The Morning Calm
FRG ROUND UP
imcom.korea.army.mil
By Master Sgt. Donald Sparks CFC Celebrates
2ID Public Affairs

As the wife of a company commander and leader of a Family


30th Anniversary
Readiness Group, Kristina Minear couldn’t wait to attend her By Pvt. Kim Kuan Min
very first 2nd Infantry Division FRG Round Up. Sitting beside 8th Army Public Affairs
her husband, Capt. Matt Minear who commands Headquarters,
Headquarters Company, 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade, she General Walter Sharp, the commanding general of the
listened attentively as various leaders addressed concerns and United States Forces Korea, Combined Forces Command
issues impacting their Soldiers and Family members. and United Nations Command, Gen. Lee Sung Chool, a
“I think this is an important and great event to have because Combined Forces Command deputy and Lee, Sang-Hee, the
as a FRG leader, this gives me all the resources to go out and Republic of Korea Minister of National Defense took part in
Submitting to share information with my Soldiers, whether they be single or the 30th anniversary of ROK-US Combined Forces Command
The Morning Calm Weekly married and have their Family members here, so they can see
Send Letters to the Editor, guest commentaries, ceremony Nov. 13 on Knight Field, USAG-Yongsan.
story submissions and other items:
the opportunities that are available to them,” Minear said. The Korean Minister of National Defense presented a
MorningCalmWeekly@korea.army.mil. As part of the commanding general’s priorities of caring streamer on behalf of President Lee, Myung-Bak, the president
for Soldiers, civilians and Family members, Maj. Gen. John W. of South Korea, as a gift to congratulate the 30th anniversary
For all submitted items include a point of con- Morgan III, 2ID commander, hosted the third FRG Round Up
tact name and telephone number. All items are of the ROK-US Alliance.
subject to editing for content and to insure they
at the Dragon Hill Lodge in Yongsan to inform and empower The two commanding generals and the minister each gave
conform with DoD guidelines. the unit’s ‘corporate stockholders.’ their own speech, emphasizing on different aspects of the
“You are the corporate members and stockholders of our ROK-US Alliance such as their strong bonds and the bright
IMCOM-K Public Affairs Soldiers and Families for the things we try to do to improve
and the Morning Calm Weekly staff are located future of the two countries.
in Bldg. 1416, Yongsan Garrison Main Post.
the overall quality of life not only here within the 2nd Infantry Following their remarks, they participated in a pass and
For information, call 724-3365. Division, but while we serve here in the Republic of Korea,” review which concluded the ceremony.
Morgan said.
NOVEMBER 21, 2008 NEWS NEWS • PAGE 3
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MP Blotter Nahmhansanseong Fortress:


The following entries were excerpted from
the military police blotters. These entries
Experience Korea’s dynastic past in the present
may be incomplete and do not imply guilt
or innocence.

AREA I: Traffic Accident without Injuries;


Damage to Government Property; Sub-
ject #1, while ground guiding a GOV with
Subject #2 as the operator, misjudged the
distance and guided the vehicle to strike
another GOV, which was legally parked,
secured and unattended adjacent to BLDG
#S-047. Damages to the GOV consisted of
dents and scratches to the right rear fender
and a cracked right rear taillight. Subject
#1’s vehicle sustained no visible damages.
Subject #1 was advised of his legal rights,
which he waived rendering a written sworn
statement admitting to the offense. Driver’s
license, dispatch and PMCS documentation
were valid. Subject #2 reported utilization of
his seatbelt. ECOD is unknown. This is a
final report.

AREA I: Curfew Violation; Failure to Obey


Order or Regulation (2ID Policy Letter #8);
At 0310 Hrs, 08 NOV 08, Subject #1 was ob-
served by MP downtown. A check of Subject
#1’s ID card revealed he was a military ser-
vice member. Subject #1 was apprehended
by MP and transported to the USAG-Casey
PMO where MP detected an odor of an al-
coholic beverage emitting from his person.
Subject #1 was administered a PBT, with a
result of 0.245% BAC. Subject #1 was not Namhansanseong Fortress (“South Han Mountain Fortress”) in Seongnam offers views of the surrounding pine trees and mountain slopes. The
advised of his legal rights due to his level of
fortress holds much historical military significance and provides visitors a first-hand look into Korea’s rich history. It was initially built as an earthen
intoxication. Subject #1 was processed and
released to his unit and was instructed to fortress about 2000 years ago and reconstructed various times before it was given final shape in 1624 during the Joseon era. Located near the
report to the USAG-Casey PMO at a later Sung Nam Golf Course, the Fortress is an easy drive by car from Seoul. Additional high resolution photographs from the fortress can be viewed
time. At 1400 Hrs, 08 NOV 08, Subject #1 or downloaded online at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Edward N. Johnson
reported to the USAG-Casey PMO where
he was advised of his legal rights, which he
invoked. Subject #1 was processed and re- SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off-post events and activities
leased to his unit. This is a final report.

AREA II: Shoplifting; On 14 OCT 08, Subject Kimchi Expo (Nov. 22-25) Hands-on Taekwondo performance stage opened in October of 2004, the
#1 bought a 32GB iPod Touch at the Main The annual Kimchi Expo aims to promote the Korea’s Taekwondo is an internationally known dance musical has seen over 800 performances
PX. On 16 OCT 08, Subject #1 used the re- outstanding qualities of kimchi throughout the martial art being taught in 181 countries worldwide, to this date, and is still receiving high popularity.
ceipt that he received on 14 OCT 08 and re- world and raise its competitiveness through and has a following of more than 70,000,000. At In 2007, Sa.Choom completely sold-out all of
turned a used 16GB iPod Touch to the Main the development of Korea’s kimchi and Gyeonghuigung, Taekwondo culture performances their performances in Japan, and Sa.Choom took
PX. Subject #1 was refunded $399. Witness fermentation-related industry and higher quality are held twice a week (Wednesdays and Saturdays). the record as the most internationally performed
#1 rendered a written statement attesting to
standards. The event is held at Seoul’s COEX The cultural performances present Taekwondo musical production in a short period of time as it
the incident. Subject #1 was transported
Mall. The festival is the first kimchi-related trade with classical Korean music, along with Samullori toured 29 cities. Performances open at 4 p.m.,
to the USAG-Yongsan PMO where he was
advised of his legal rights, which he waived fair to promote the scientific effects of kimchi (a traditional Korean percussion quartet), under Mondays to Fridays; 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on
rendering a written sworn statement admit- and its role in developing a healthy society. the subtitle ‘Taekwondo, Riding the Melodies of Saturdays; 4 p.m. on Sundays and holidays.
ting to the offense. The video tape from The Kimchi Expo exhibits Korea’s traditional, Classical Korean Music’. Also included is Kukkiwon’s The nonverbal performance projects subtitling
CCTV, 32GB and 16 GB iPod Touch were functional, or newly-developed forms of traditional Taekwondo performance. There is a in Korean, English, Japanese, and Chinese for
retained as evidence. Subject #1 was fur- kimchi as well as a variety of fermented foods, Taekwondo hands-on program aimed for foreigners foreigners to enjoy. After the musical, audience
ther processed and released to his unit. traditional seasonings, salted seafood, and as well labeled ‘Yap!Taekwon’. For those interested, members can spend time with the performers at
ECOL is $399. This is a final report. other health foods. Visit www.tour2korea.com participants will learn how to wear a Taekwondo the stage lobby. Performances are for people
uniform, practice meditation, practice Taekwondo’s 7-years-old and the above. The dance musical
AREA II: Accidental Damage to Govern-
ment Property; Person(s) unknown, by Performance by top Korean artists basic forms, learn the art of self-defense, and board- will be performed at the newly built Sa.Choom
means unknown, damaged Victim #1’s Myeongin Myeongchang performances are breaking. When completing this course, participants theater, and is easily accessible by taking Subway
GOV which was legally parked, secured staged every evening at 7p.m. at the Korean will receive completion badges with the president’s Line 5 to Jongno 3(sam)-ga Station Exit #5 (1
and unattended at #786-6, Yangcheong- House in Junggu, Seoul. They are the only name of Kukkiwon on them. Aside from this, the minute walk).
Ri, Cheongwon-Gun,Choongchungbuk-Do. performances in Korea featuring top Korean dynamic Taekwondo program will allow guests to
Damages to the GOV consisted of a broken artists designated as Important Intangible take pictures in their Taekwondo uniforms. Get off Seoul International Winter Sports Expo
windshield. Victim #1 rendered a written Assets of Korea. The show starts with a Bongsan at Seodaemun Station (Seoul Subway Line 5), and Scheduled for through Nov. 16, Seoul Convention
sworn statement attesting to the incident.
Mask Dance, followed by traditional music and go out of Exit #4. Walk straight for 150m, and then and Exhibition Center (COEX). SIWINTER 2008
Due to lack of investigative leads, this case
will be closed in the files of USAG-Yongsan Pansori, and drum dance. Korea House is make a right at the Naeil Sinmoon side street (a 10 will feature a Gangwon-do Promotional Pavilion
PMO as unfounded/unsolved pending the planning to invite all of the nation’s Important minute walk) Schedule: (Monday off), Three times and Overseas Promotion Special Pavilion to
receipt of any information which would war- Intangible Assets to stage a performance a day (10:30 a.m.- noon; 1-2:30 p.m. ; 3:30 -5 p.m.). promote the 2014 PyeongChang Olympic Winter
rant its reopening. ECOD is unknown. This every year. Korea House also offers hands- Visit www.kukkiwon.or.kr(Korean, English) or www. Games bidding activities, the Winter Sports
is a final report. on traditional culture programs and operates tour2korea.com for more information. Product Pavilion, and Resort Promotion Pavilion.
a Korean restaurant serving traditional royal Organized by theme, the pavilions allow visitors
AREA III: Wrongful Destruction of Gov- cuisine. To get there, simply take subway line Dance musical: ‘Sa.Choom’ better access to all related information at one
ernment Property; Person(s) unknown, by
3 or 4 and get off at Chungmuro Station. Take “Sa.Choom” is a nonverbal dance musical that can site. In particular, participants will include ten
means unknown, punctured the right rear
exit 3 or 4, walk up the hill to the left for about be appreciated by all generations from all countries, ski resorts and related associations from the
tire of a GOV, which was secured and unat-
tended. A search of the area for subject(s) 5 minutes, and you will find Korea House in a as it presents a simple plot full of various dance Hokkaido region of Japan. Visit www.siwinter.
and/or witness(es) met with negative results. hanok building. For more information, visit www. genres including hip-hop, jazz, contemporary dance, com for additional information.
ECOL is unknown. This is a final report. koreahouse.or.kr or www.tour2korea.com break dancing, and more. Since the first Sa.Choom
Source: www.korea.net, www.seoulselection.com, http://english.tour2korea.com, www.visitseoul.net — No endorsement implied.
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BUSTED!
Government-owned vehicles should not be
used to run personal errands. If you suspect
TMP abuse, report the plate number to the
garrison transportation office or
your chain of command.

TMP from Page 1


and non-permissible use of NTVs.” explanation for their actions.
Command Sgt. Maj. Ralph Rusch, Command Sgt. Major David R.
U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan, said using Abbott, USAG-Daegu CSM, stressed
a military vehicle as a personal vehicle the importance of adhering to both the
because it’s convenient is a problem that standards of proper use and safety. “It
needs to be addressed here in Korea. is the operators' responsibility as well
“Driving a military vehicle is a as the senior occupants' responsibility
privilege,” he said. “By abusing the to prevent misuse through unsafe
system, people are putting that privilege operation...speeding, erratic operation,
in jeopardy.” illegal parking,” he said.
One solution Rusch proposes is to “I would ask for each mission unit's
have drivers leave their keys on their leadership involvement and support in
supervisor’s desk immediately following this process to crack down on misuse of
a mission. “It’s a good check for me to NTV [non-tactical vehicle] for personal
look for the keys to the vehicle to show use,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Jason K.
up on my desk at the end of the day,” Kim, USAG-Humphreys CSM.
Rusch explained. “The constant situational awareness,
Anyone who suspects TMP abuse vital training program, on-the-spot
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can report the plate number to the corrections, and effective counseling
garrison transportation office. If the session to educate and remind our
vehicle is found to belong to any of the Soldiers on improper use of non-tactical
garrisons, it will be confiscated and the vehicles are keys to success for meeting
driver may lose authorization to operate this policy or regulation.”
the vehicle until they can provide a sound

2008 Eighth Army holds GNP Holiday Concert


Who: US Servicemembers and Families/Good Neighbor Partners / KATUSA/ROK MIL
and Civic Leaders / Korean National Employees and families
When: 02 2000~2200(I) Dec. 2008
What: 2008 GNP Holiday Concert
Where: Seoul National Art Center (Ye-sul ei Jun-dang)
Why: Engage the Korean community and strengthen the US-ROK Alliance
Contact Capt. Danny Chang, 723-4886
- Transportation will be provided to and from at Yongsan Bus terminal
- Uniform: Dress Blue / Class A (Civilian: Business Casual with tie and coat)
- Age limit: Concert is open for ages 10 and above.

Eighth Army Good Neighbor


Concert Featuring:

Park, Jung-Won, Soprano


Kim, Dong-Kyu, Baritone
Eighth United States Army Band
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‘Pepper’ Jackson visits ROKA 65th Infantry Division


USAG-RC Garrison
Commander learns
art of calligraphy
during visit
Brig. Gen. Kim, Joo-Myong, commander,
65th Infantry Division, and Park, Soon-do
teach Col. Larry ‘Pepper’ Jackson, USAG-
Red Cloud commander, how to do callig-
raphy while Capt. Kim, Mun-Hui, ROKA
officer, watches during the garrison’s visit
and dinner Nov. 5 to the 65th ID.
To download high resolution versions
of this or other photos from the Morning
Calm, visit our online image archive at
www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army
photo by Margaret Banish-Donaldson

Red Cloud firefighters receive award from Governor


“Many times we’ve gone out and helped encourage involvement from our younger
By Jack Loudermilk fight fires,” he said. “We’ve also received audience is a poster contest. In this last one,
USAG-RC Public Affairs mutual aid assistance from the local fire we encouraged children to make posters
department when we had large fires on with our ‘Prevent Home Fires’ theme.”
UIJEONGBU— Firefighters throughout post in the past. We’ve also participated Cook said roughly 70 students from the
the USAG Red Cloud area received special in a lot of joint events with the city fire International Christian School and about
recognition from GyeongGi Provincial departments, such as sports competitions; 30 from the Indianhead School created fire
Governor Kim, Moon Soo during an award mainly soccer and Joku contests (tennis prevention posters which were then judged
ceremony held Nov. 7 in Uijongbu’s Kyong version of soccer). by Pear Blossom Cottage staff memberss.
Ki Second Government Building. “We go to all of their different ceremonies, Cook, along with a small group of
On hand to accept the award was USAG- such as their kick-off of Fire Prevention his firefighters, travels to the schools to
RC Fire Chief John Cook, who explained, Month,” Cook continued. “Every time they present awards to contest winners from
“The recognition was for our extra work have a fire station opening somewhere, we Kindergarten through 5th Grade.
and effort in coordination for mutual-aid, usually attend those and participate in the “We present the students with certificates
fire-fighting service and general relationship ribbon cutting. Plus we conduct periodic signed by the garrison commander,” he said.
support we provide to fire departments meetings between the fire departments – “Plus, we usually throw in a few more fire Red Cloud Garrison Fire Chief John Cook re-
throughout north GyeongGi.” down to the crew-leader level – and we prevention items; this year it was t-shirts.” ceives award for Red Cloud Garrison Fire De-
Cook has served as USAG-RC’s area fire conduct numerous joint training events.” Cook’s involvement in the community partment from GyeongGi Provincial Governor
chief for 12 years and says his department has Cook also works with local schools to also results in invitations as a special guest to Kim, Moon Soo during an award ceremony
responded to many fire-fighting assistance teach children about fire safety. “During our other events, such as Uijongbu’s “46th Fire held Nov. 7 in Uijeongbu’s Kyong Ki second
requests in the local towns and throughout fire prevention week, which just finished in Protection Day,” held Nov. 7 at Uijongbu’s government building. — U.S. Army photo by
north GyeongGi Province. October,” he said, “one event we hold to Fire Department headquarters. Jack Loudermilk

“We call it Uijongbu Fire Department


Day,” he said. “Basically, it’s a celebration of
the official founding of the Uijongbu City
Fire Service as we know it today. It’s also a
time they recognize their heroes and honor
their fallen.”
After 12 years of involvement with local
fire departments, Cook and his firefighters
have earned respect from their counterparts
in the community.
Chief Hong, Jin-young, Dongducheon
fire chief, explained, “Chief Cook is like
a well-known neighbor. He has a positive
attitude when ROK and U.S. firefighters
have combined training. He also contributed
in creating a system of coordination between
ROK and US that has minimized casualties
and damages during actual fires.
“I am especially impressed with his
calm and prompt actions when we have
fire extinction training or actual fire
emergencies,” Hong added. “He stays
Fire Inspectors Pak, Song Chun and Yi, Chong Hun help John Cook, USAG-RC fire chief present fire prevention gifts to children of Indianhead cool.”
School in Uijeongbu for their participation in October’s Fire Prevention Week poster competition.— U.S. Army photo by Jack Loudermilk
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News & Notes

Victim Advocate Hot Line


USAG-RC Victim Advocate Hot Line is 011-
9187-2001. Take a stand against domestic
violence. Victim Advocate Coordinator US-
AG-Casey ACS, Building 2603. For more
information, call 730-3494.

Daily Mass at USAG-RC


Join us for daily Mass 11:30 to 11:50 a.m.
Mon-Fri in USAG-RC Warrior Chapel. For
more information, call 732-6404.

Mitchell’s Club Thanksgiving Special


Mitchell’s Club will offer a Thanksgiving
Special whole roasted turkey (16-20lb) wh-
cih serves 8-12 with cranberry sauce, can-
died yams, country style dressing, giblet
gravy, dinner rolls, pumpkin pie and family
size glazed ham (3-5lb) to go for $79.95.
For more information, call 732-8189/8211.

American Indian/Alaskan
Native Heritage Month
The 2nd Infantry Division and USAG-Red
Cloud will present National American In-
dian Heeritage Month Observince titled
“Living in Many Worlds” Nov. 19 at 11 a.m.
in the USAG-RC Theater. For more infor-
mation, call 730-4287. Denise Galarza and Ebony Wanzer, Casey Pear Blossom Cottage family members, enjoy learning how to make flowers Nov. 13 at the 6th annual
GyeongGi International Travel Mart exhibition in Goyang City. — U.S. Army photo by Margaret Banish-Donaldson
USAG-RC Gas Station Hours

Family members enjoy GyeongGi cultural tour


USAG-RC gas station will be closed for
lunch from 1:30-2:30 p.m. daily. For more
information, call 732-7167

USAG-Red Cloud and 2ID By Margaret Banish-Donaldson Cloud PBC manager. “It is also expected to spokesperson for this international event.
Celebrate American Education Week USAG-Red Cloud Public Affairs introduce the GyeongGi Korean culture to Special exhibitions of foreign and local
USAG-Red Cloud and 2ID will celebrate Soldier’s families.” cultures provided visitors with an excellent
American Education Week Nov. 16 through R E D C LO U D G A R R I S O N — Because GyeongGi Province is convenient opportunity to consider travel locally and
22. This year’s theme is “Army Education:
GyeongGi Province invited a group of 35 to East Asian tourist and has a lot to offer in abroad, according to event organizers.
Strong Soldiers, Families and Communi-
ties. For more information, call 732-7015. Family members from Red Cloud, Stanley the way of sightseeing, GyeongGi Province Denise Galarza, a Family member from
and Casey Pear Blossom Cottages Nov. 13 to opened a travel agency USAG-Casey’s PBC, viewed the festivities as
Spouses Orientation Program attend a special Family GyeongGi Cultural “More than 300 organizations, including an educational and shopping opportunity.
The Spouses Orientation Program is tour held in KINTEX hall, Goyang City. travel agents and bureaucrats from 30 “Looking at different exhibits and viewing
scheduled for Nov. 25 at Casey. For more “The event was organized to mark the 6th countries; and cities and counties from the live performances is a good cultural
information, call 732-5883. anniversary of the GyeongGi International across Korea, participated in the 2008 Travel experience,” she said. “We can buy souvenirs
Travel Mart,” said Natalia Levtchenko, Red Mart,” said Jinnie Bae, GyeongGi Province and collect travel brochures too.”
Delux Taxi Ariport Service
A new taxi contract has began at USAG-

DODDS director
Casey, Camp Stanley, Camp Hovey and
Red Cloud. Customers wishing transporta-
tion to the airport can call 1544-9080 and

visits Red Cloud to


request a taxi be dispatched to their desired
location. Customers can reserve taxis in
advance for trips to the airport. The FTNH

explore educational
cabs will be larger vehicles, mostly mini
vans, allowing for ample luggage space.
Passengers can expect to pay 4,500 won

programs for children


for the first three kilometers and 1,220 won
per kilometer thereafter plus road tolls.
Traffic conditions may increase the fare,
as 100 won is added for each 35 seconds
the taxi is stopped or traveling less than 15 Officials comtemplate schools
kilometers per hour.
for kindergarten through eighth
Become an Inspector General
The 8th Army Inspector General has imme-
grades in Area I
diate openings for officers and NCOs. For
more information, call 725-6739.
Schools are the challenge -- Dr. Shirley
American Education Week Moore, director, Department of Defense
American Education Week is Nov. 16-22. Education Activity, speaks to Col. Larry
Seminars will be held for USAG-RC and ‘Pepper’ Jackson, USAG-Red Cloud com-
Camp Stanley Nov. 17 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. in mander, and Latisha Edwards, a Family
the Red Cloud Theater. Come and get your member from the Red Cloud Pear Blos-
education related questions answered. For som Cottage, during her team’s sensing
more information, call 732-7015. session at Mitchell’s Club Nov. 14 about
exploring educational programs for kin-
For more information about events
dergarten through eighth grade in the
and announcements in Area I log on to
http://ima.korea.army.mil/area1/sites/lo- upcoming future for the Uijeongbu and
cal/. You will find information for all Area Dongducheon areas. — U.S. Army photo
I installations on this site. by Margaret Banish-Donaldson
www.flickr.com/imcomkorea
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Park takes
command of
ROKA support
group to 2nd
Infantry Division
Change of Command
ceremony held on Red
Cloud Village Green
Oct. 31
A Korean Augmentation Troop to the
United States Army (right) looks on as the
outgoing Republic of Korea Army support
group commander to the 2nd Infantry Divi-
sion, Col. Lee, Kil Hwan (center), prepares
to pass the guidon to incoming ROKA
support commander Lt. Col. Park, Gwang
Cheol (left), during a change of command
and retirement ceremony for Lee, Oct.31,
at USAG-RC Village Green. — U.S. Army
photo by Spc. Alun Thomas
www.flickr.com/imcomkorea

USAG-Red Cloud, 2nd Infantry Division celebrate Education Week


By Jack Loudermilk personnel and their limited personal time,
USAG-RC Public Affairs whether leisure or with family.”
More than 150 soldiers attending the
RED CLOUD GARRISON—USAG- first seminar were briefed by Campbell;
Red Cloud and 2nd Infantry Division Jim Dunnet, from the University of
personnel joined educators around the world Maryland University College; and Don
in celebration of American Education Week James, Central Texas College. All briefers
Nov. 16-22, focusing on “strengthening our pointed out course delivery is no longer tied
resolve to educate America’s Soldier Students to traditional classrooms. Soldiers have the
to meet the challenges of leadership today option of taking courses through a variety
and tomorrow.” of distance learning modes sponsored by
This year’s theme, “Army Education: their supporting Army Education Center
Strong Soldiers, Families and Communities,” or Army Learning Center.
underscores AEW’s starting philosophy, said The most significant change, said
James Campbell, Education Services officer, Campbell, is the Post-9/11 GI Bill, a new
USAG-Red Cloud. benefit providing educational assistance to
During opening remarks at an education individuals who have served on active duty
seminar held for CRC and Stanley Soldiers on or after Sept. 11, 2001.
in Red Cloud’s post theater, Campbell An individual may elect to receive
said, “Representatives from the National benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill if, on
Education Association and the American Aug. 1, 2009, the individual is eligible for
Legion met for the first time in 1919 to chapter 30, 1606, 1607, or is serving in the
discuss the distressing fact that 25 percent Armed Forces. Approved training includes
of the country’s World War I draftees were graduate and undergraduate degrees,
illiterate and nine percent were physically vocational/technical training, and foreign
unfit for duty. The purpose of the meeting training. All training programs must be
was to seek ways to raise the level of offered by an institution of higher learning
educational awareness throughout America and approved for purposes of chapter 30.
and generate public support for education. Additionally, anyone eligible for chapter
“Now we have Education Centers and 30, 1606 or 1607, may be eligible to
Army Learning Centers that offer a variety pursue on-the-job training, apprenticeship,
of programs and services designed to assist correspondence, flight and preparatory
Soldiers in obtaining a college degree, General courses under the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
Education Development, certification, or For more information on this new GI
Sgt. Christopher Lowe, HHSC Special Troops Battalion, takes notes during Education Week licenses,” he said. “Education Center and Bill, contact the nearest Army Education
briefings given in the Red Cloud Theater Nov. 17. — U.S. Army photo by Jack Loudermilk Army Learning Center personnel take into Center or Army Learning Center counselor,
www.flickr.com/imcomkorea consideration the busy schedule of military or visit www.gibill.va.gov.
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Hundreds of volunteers gather Nov. 17 at Sudo Girl’s High School in Seoul to participate in a three-day event to make kimchi for needy Korean families. — U.S. Army photos by Cpl. Lee Min-hwi

Garrison volunteers make


kimchi for needy families
By Cpl. Lee Min-hwi ence,” said Tracey Briggs, one of the American vol-
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs unteers. Three generations of her family, her mother,
herself and her daughter, participated in the event. “It
SEOUL — Yongsan volunteers wore red rubber gloves, was just an overwhelming sense of camaraderie. Kore-
plastic hats and vests as they helped make kimchi for needy ans were so welcoming and warm, and it was a time to
Korean families Nov. 17. treasure.”
Fifteen Army Family Members and Civilian Employees “They were very enthusiastic and bright,” said Lee
joined hundreds of Korean volunteers to help stuff thou- Kyung-ah, a Korean volunteer who taught how to make
sands of cabbages with spicy seasoning at Sudo Girl’s High Kimchi. “I am from Yongsan Women’s Reserve Army and Yongsan District Mayor Park Jang-kyu welcomes American volunteers
School, near Camp Coiner. it is so great to see U.S. Army Families come together and from U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan.
Garrison volunteers have been actively participating to help needy families.”
this annual kimchi-making activity for several years. The “This event is part of the USAG-Yongsan Good Neigh-
Yongsan District of Seoul will provide the final products to bor Program, which strengthens the relationship between
elderly and needy families. Koreans and Americans, said An Chang-sin, USAG-Yong-
“We can’t imagine Korean cuisine without kimchi,” said san community relations officer.
Han Gi-su, a liaison officer between U.S. Army Garrison- Another volunteer, Jessica Briggs, 12, tried some of the
Yongsan and the Yongsan District. “This activity grows kimchi she made.
even stronger because of these volunteers, and we truly ap- “The kimchi was strong, but it tasted good,” she said.
preciate their help.” Her friend, Rachael Ferri, 12, said, “We had a lot of
Kimchi is made by stuffing cabbage with seasonings fun, and it was a good cultural experience.”
made of red pepper, garlic, radish and other various vege- Monday was the first day of three-day long event, and
tables. Volunteers from local companies and organizations, already nearly 3,000 volunteers helped pack more than
Republic of Korea Army Soldiers and veterans worked to- 2,700 boxes of fresh kimchi. When all is said and done,
gether as a team to make the kimchi. 50,000 cabbages will be used to produce more than 150 Youngha Derousse (left) feeds Rachael Ferri a taste of some of their
“What a wonderful way to share cultural experi- tons of the spicy side dish. spicy kimchi creation. More photos online: flickr.com/usag-yongsan.

Fifteen American volunteer Family Members and Civilian Employees help stuff hundreds of heads of cabbage during the charity event. The result will be 50,000 kimchi cabbages going to needy Korean families.
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News & Notes Local children embrace Thanksgiving spirit


Ration Control Office has Moved By Cpl. Lee Min-hwi
The Ration Control Office has moved from USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
Bldg. 4305 to the Yongsan Readiness
Center adjacent to the Dragon Hill Lodge. YONGSAN GARRISON — “This is
For information, call 738-4612.
the sister who kneads the bread as Dad stirs
Thanksgiving With Dragon Hill
the cranberries, ruby-red,” storyteller Joan
Let the Dragon Hill Lodge do all the cooking! Sharp read to a group of Yongsan children
We offer a full array of dining options Nov. 15 at the Yongsan Library.
for Thursday because it’s Thanksgiving, The Thanksgiving event drew nearly 100
America’s Favorite Holiday! For information, parents and children who quickly got in the
call 738-2222 ext 24. holiday spirit.
“Thanksgiving is one of the biggest
Thanksgiving day holidays and it is such a special time for
The Main Post Club is open 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Americans,” Sharp said. “Because we are
Thursday for Thanksgiving and will only take
orders for Holiday meals-to-go. For informa-
far away from our home and families, it is
tion, call 723-5678. nice to see families get together and listen to
stories about the love of our families.”
Thanksgiving day at Commiskey’s Samantha Antekeier, 8, said it was a Joan Sharp reads to Yongsan children during a Thanksgiving story hour program Nov. 15 at the Yongsan
Commiskey’s Restaurant is offering happy day. Library. More photos online: flickr.com/usag-yongsan. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Lee Min-hwi
Thanksgiving Day dining Nov. 27. The “It was nice when Mrs. Sharp read the make them thankful. “Now I am in a land that I never thought
lunch buffet is from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. and ‘Ugly Pumpkin,’” Antekeier said. “The story Sharp said she grew up as an enthusiastic that I would ever visit,” she said. “It is really
the dinner plate is from 4-8:30 p.m. For was really good and it was a lot of fun.” reader. She enjoyed traveling around the good for me to share this advantage of
information, call 736-3971.
“This is the third year of having this world through reading books. reading with children.”
Hot Springs Tour
Thanksgiving storytelling program,” said “I grew up in New York City, and I was After the holiday reading, library officials
Join a Hot Springs Tour 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. Nov. Yongsan Librarian Esther Kim. “Children introduced to the library in an early age,” set out a Thanksgiving spread, including a
28 at Onyang, Choongchung Province. love this reading program and parents are Sharp said. “I enjoyed reading so much turkey dinner with all the trimmings.
You’ll need a swimsuit and swim cap. The very enthusiastic about it.” about faraway places.” Yongsan Library is looking forward
transportation is $15 plus an entrance fee of Kim said it was a perfect opportunity for For Sharp, reading was a sort of escapism, to similar holiday reading programs for
20,000 Korean Won for adults. The trip is them to think about all of the things that she said. December.
sponsored by the K-16 Air Base Community
Activity Center. For information, call 741-
6473. VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT

Korean-American Friendship Penny Henderson is the A3 Visa and SOFA


Tournament Stamp Assistant at U.S. Army Garrison-
Yongsan Lanes sponsors a Korean and Yongsan Army Community Service. She is
American Friendship tournament 1 p.m. Nov. the person who ensures community members
28. For information, call 723-7830.
have a pleasant experience with the Korean Garrison offers
Immigration Office.
G-Jay Band
Enjoy live music at the Uptown Lounge in the
Holiday options
Main Post Club with G-Jay Band 8-11 p.m. What does she do? USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
Nov. 29. For information, call 723-8785. Penny Henderson enrolls and pre-screens
community applicants for the appointments YONGSAN GARRISON — U.S. Army
3rd Annual Commissary with Korean Immigration officials. Garrison-Yongsan offers no shortage of
Idol Competition On the day of the appointments, she opportunities to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal
Audition at the Yongsan Commissary 1-3 greets and coordinates the reception and Nov. 27, in or out of the house.
p.m. Dec. 6 and Dec. 13 to see who will be
passport dispersal between U.S. community Garrison dining facilities
the third Commissary Idol. Competition is
open to any Servicemember E1-E6. Sing members and the Korean officials. Deputy Garrison Commander Don Moses Garrison dining facilities offer a
your favorite tune to win a chance at the Penny is thorough, kind, customer recognizes Volunteer Penny Henderson. Thanksgiving meal for $6.35 per person for
$200 Grand Prize. Contestant winners from focused, organized, and jovial. officers, military personnel on BAS, DOD
the audition will compete in the final Dec. 20. USAG-Yongsan ACS needs volunteers Family Action Plan, American Red Cross, civilians and guests. Children 6 and younger
For information, call 736-7070. like Penny who happily welcome each and sits on the Relocation Assistance dine at no cost, and spouses and other family
and every customer to the Yongsan Coordinating Council. members of enlisted members E-1 through
Digital Photography Contest Community and walks them through the Penny works hard as a volunteer to E-4 will be charged $5.40.
Submit your best work now through Dec. 7 SOFA service. improve the quality of life for all of The dining facilities open on Thanksgiving
online at https://artscrafts.fmwrc.army.mil.
Meeting a friendly and informed person USAG-Yongsan. Penny has scheduled are Three Kingdoms Inn, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.,
For information, call 738-4750.
dramatically improves morale and a herself into a volunteer work schedule Camp Coiner, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., K-16 Air
Low Density Retention Program Visit newcomer’s first impression. that rivals many work-a-holic paid Base, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Madison Site, 12-2
LowDensityRecruitingProgramrepresentatives Where does she work? employees. p.m., and Yongin, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
will discuss benefits and incentives 1 p.m. Dec. Army Community Service in the Why does she volunteer? Town House Food Court
10 at the Community Services Building. The Community Service Building on South Penny volunteers because she loves The American Eatery at the Town House
briefing targets Servicemembers in the Signal Post and American Red Cross. people and wants to make the Yongsan Food Court has two special offers. For $65, a
and Military Intelligence career fields. For How many hours per week? community a great place to live, work, complete Thanksgiving meal for 12-15 people
information, call 723-6833. 40 hours or more. and play. is available for take-out. It includes turkey,
What impact does she have? If you would like to learn more about mashed potatoes, vegetables, pumpkin pie,
The Christmas Toyshop
Check out the Christmas Toyshop 7 p.m. Penny’s impact on the community is seen volunteer opportunities at Yongsan, plus trimmings. Those dining in can enjoy a
Dec. 11, 12 and 13 and 2 p.m. Dec. 14 at in her desire to help. call the U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan meal for $7.99 per person.
the Moyer Theatre. For information, call Additionally, she volunteers with the volunteer coordinator at 738-7510 or the Main Post Club
723-3346. American Forces’ Spouses’ Club, Army American Red Cross at 738-3670. The Main Post Club will offer turkey
or ham meals to go from as low as $69.95,
3-6-9 Turkey Shoot serving up to 10 people. A ham is $79.95.
Yongsan Lanes sponsors 3-6-9 turkey shoot in Call in advance to place an order.
Nov. and Dec. Roll a Strike during any league Commiskey’s Restaurant
and win a free frozen turkey. An entry fee of $3
A Thanksgiving buffet is from 10:30 a.m.
is required. For information, call 723-7830.
-3 p.m. for $17.95 for adults and $8.95 for
For a complete list of community children 6-10 years old. Age 5 and under
information news and notes, visit the is free. From 4-8:30 p.m., a dinner plate is
USAG-Yongsan official web site at $11.95 for adults and $5.95 for children
http://yongsan.korea.army.mil 6-10. Age 5 and under is free.
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Community enjoys good neighbor concert


By Spc. Jason C. Adolphson from The Lion King, “You Raise Me
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs Up” and more.
“Many of the people here may have
YONGSAN GARRISON — There felt homesick when we played them
was a full house at Seoul American American songs, but we knew they
High School Auditorium Nov. 13 as would enjoy them, and the Korean
the Gangnam Symphony Orchestra songs helped them to better understand
performed a free concert for the Yongsan our culture,” Park said. “All in all, it’s a
community. very powerful thing when you can bring
“We’ve been bringing these annual people together through music.”
performances here U.S. Forces Korea
for years to keep Commander Gen.
alliances strong,”
“We’ve been bringing these Walter L. Sharp noted in
said Korea America annual performances here the events program that
Friendship Society for years to keep alliances the concert highlighted
President Park Keun. strong.” “themes of home, hope
“The crowds always and love, evoking
seem to really enjoy Park Keun universal feelings and
them,” he said in KAFS President fond memories that
light of the attentive transcend both language
audience. and geography.”
The KAFS sponsored the concert. KAFS is a 17-year-old good neighbor
Maestro Suh Hyun-suk conducted. organization created to strengthen
Midway through the concert, a classical friendships and relationships between
men’s vocal group “U-Angel Voice” sang Koreans and Americans.
in harmony with the orchestra. Park said his group meets its goals
M u s i c a l s e l e c t i o n s i n c l u d e d “through various studies on relationships,
classical compositions by Tchaikovsky activities for mutual understanding
The Gangnam Symphony Orchestra performs a free concert for the Yongsan community Nov. 13 sponsored and Bernstein and popul ar vocal and friendship and promotion of
by the Korea America Friendship Society. — U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jason C. Adolphson selections such as “Nants’ Ingonyma” exchange.”

Garrison holds
employee forum
By David McNally
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — About


500 U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan civilian
employees gathered for a quarterly
Employee Information Forum at Balboni
Theater Nov. 17.
Deputy Garrison Commander Don
Moses welcomed the group and showed a
five-minute slideshow of recent community
photos.
“Every smile you see on the face of a
community member is part of what you
do day-in and day-out to make this a great Yongsan students learn about tobacco Tuesday. — U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jason C. Adolphson
community,” Moses told the group.
Moses said USAG-Yongsan Commander
Col. Dave Hall had wanted to be at the
Yongsan 5th graders counter
Yongsan Soldiers participate in Fall Clean-up. —
forum, but was back in the states on
emergency leave.
addiction before it starts U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jason C. Adolphson
The Employee Information Forum is
an opportunity to recognize outstanding
By Spc. Jason C. Adolphson
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
Wars physicians project about one-third of
smokers will die prematurely from smoking-
Fall clean-up
employees for achievements earned in the related illnesses. brings out rakes
past quarter, and an open question and YONGSAN GARRISON — Yongsan To target this undying epidemic, Tar
answer session between staff members and children learned about tobacco Tuesday in Wars representatives from the Brian Allgood USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
Garrison leaders. a classroom event called “Tar Wars” at Seoul Community Hospital started with the root
Moses, and Command Sgt. Maj. Ralph American Elementary School. of theses percentages by reaching out to YONGSAN GARRISON — Hundreds
Rusch, presented awards and letters of Capt. Rommel Daffon, a registered 5th graders. of U.S. and Korean Soldiers armed with
achievement to 31 outstanding civilian nurse from Brian Allgood Community They performed a series of preventative rakes, bags and brooms deployed on the
employees. Hospital, spoke to Yongsan 5th graders exercises with the children to show them streets of Yongsan this week to battle an
Then, Moses discussed the Yongsan about a tobacco-free education program for how today’s media glamorizes tobacco use annual autumn foe: leaves.
Relocation Plan. Originally, the plan called kids from the American Academy of Family and gears marketing toward youth. Bags of leaves piled up around the
for the movement of U.S. forces from Seoul Physicians. Daffon said the “minority sport” of Garrison as troops managed to make a dent
to locations further south by 2008. The program shows that less than 5 smoking sometimes appears as if everybody in the annual Fall Clean-up Exercise.
“The Yongsan community is actually percent of 5th Graders use tobacco, but by is “in the game.” Deputy Garrison Commander Don
growing as we continue to increase command the age of 14, the numbers climb into the “That’s because you see it in the movies, Moses said he saw a lot of Soldiers finish
sponsorship,” Moses said. “This increase is low 20’s. and we also see people walking around here raking an area outside the headquarters.
in sync with U.S. Forces Korea initiatives to More than 4,000 children each day will smoking,” said 10-year-old Aaron Brown. “Then this big gust of wind came and
move toward tour normalization.” try a cigarette for the first time, and more Daffon agreed, but said those type of covered the ground with leaves again,” he
“We had two questions from the than 2,000 other kids age 18 and under images are starting to decline. “You don’t said. “You could hear the collective sigh.”
floor,” said Casey Ross, USAG-Yongsan become daily smokers. see many athletes smoking anymore because Garrison officials urge residents to do
Plans, Analysis and Integration chief. Annually, these statistics add up to more they have to take care of their bodies to be their part by raking leaves and getting ready
–See FORUM, Page 12– than 730,000 new, underage smokers. Tar –See ADDICTION, Page 12– for winter.
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Happy Thanksgiving!
T
ime is flying by quickly as we get here in the Republic of Korea, we should
ready to celebrate Thanksgiving also remember our fellow Warriors who
again. Even though we are thousands are helping to build democracy in Iraq,
of miles from home, we are fortunate that Afghanistan, or elsewhere where our
we live in a community that works hard nation needs us.
to ensure we can continue to enjoy our I’ll be saying a prayer for them.
traditions. Please join me in keeping them in your
I hope that when you sit down to thoughts.
break bread with your family, loved Thanksgiving is the season when
ones, friends old and new, coworkers, families traditionally come together. For
and neighbors, you take a moment to many of you, this may not be possible;
remember why we have this holiday. one of the many sacrifices you make to
Explorers and settlers arriving to defend the freedoms we hold so dear.
America gave thanks for the food Thank you for your dedicated service.
they found and shared with Native There are many activities available at
Americans. We are thankful for the our dining facilities, our clubs and the
abundance borne of the fruits of their Dragon Hill Lodge. (Editors note: see
labors. Thanksgiving events, Page 10)
Today, we remain grateful to be Beth Anne and I hope you enjoy
Americans and proud of our liberties. Thanksgiving Day. Please take time
Thanksgiving is a time to remember to share the holiday with family and
our many blessings and celebrate the friends.
opportunities our freedom affords. Personally, we thank you for all you
Though we serve on freedom’s frontier do to make this a great community.

ADDICTION from Page 11


the best they can be,” he said. “So why would That’s $125 a month, and Brown said she
any of you? Because I’m sure you all want to would use that kind of money to buy “a
be the best you can be.” puppy dog.”
To counter mainstream ads that may With all of this in mind, only one in 98
intrigue kids to smoke, Daffon split the people quit, even with treatment, and one in
kids into groups and had them identify how four attempts at smoking leads to addiction,
tobacco companies might expect them to Daffon said.
perceive the messages in their photos. Things “The best way to prevent this is to not
like “smoking makes you cool or pretty.” smoke at all,” he said. “But, tell your friends
The 5th graders didn’t seem caught up and families how you feel about smoking,
in the propaganda when they did another because it’s easier to quit for something
exercise and discussed the short term and you love.”
long term effects of tobacco use. They More than 430,000 deaths annually
pointed out possibilities that ranged from are attributed to tobacco use -- the most
“smelliness” to “gray skin.” preventable cause of death in the United
They also covered the costs of smoking States, according to the Tar Wars Web site. To
that add up to an average of $1,500 a year. learn more, visit http://www.tarwars.org.

FORUM from Page 11


“One question was about funding to fix more command-sponsored families,”
infrastructure and the other was about the Moses said.
Garrison recycling program.” Calvin Cobbs, USAG-Yongsan Plant
Directorate of Public Works Grounds Operations branch chief, told employees that
Manager Enrique Blanco asked if more the Garrison recycling program is transparent.
resources would be made available if the “We have enhanced our program by contracting
Garrison will be open longer. out the separation of the recyclable items from
“We’re looking at the budget, we are the refuse after transport of all refuse to our
aware of the issue,” Moses said. sanitation yard,” Cobbs said.
The Garrison is pursuing all available Cobbs told employees if they have a large
means to get funding to address amount of recyclable materials they can call
infrastructure issues, he said. him for a special pick-up service.
“We are actually going to be building The next Employee Information Forum
more classrooms and accommodating will be in January.
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Yongsan Commissary holds 3rd annual ‘Commissary Idol’ competition


Audition at the Yongsan Commissary from 2-3 p.m. Dec. 6 and 13 to see who will
be the third Commissary Idol. Competition is open to any Servicemember E1-
E6. Sing your favorite tune to win a chance at the $200 Grand Prize. Contestant
winners from the audition will compete in the Final on Dec. 20.
Prizes
Audition Dec. 6 from 2-3 p.m.
1st Place $200 Shopping Spree
Audition Dec. 13 from 2-3 p.m. 2nd Place $100 Shopping Spree
Final Dec. 20 from 2-3 p.m. 3rd Place $50 Shopping Spree

Army Safety Center offers holiday


Clear the decks. Before preparing the Fahrenheit or above if you will be eating it
turkey, clear and thoroughly clean the within two hours of picking it up. If you

cooking tips for safe preparation


counter, as well as the cooking equipment will be eating the turkey more than two
which you may not have used since hours later or if you buy a cold pre-cooked
preparing last year’s turkey. turkey, you should dismantle your feast and
Part of the excitement of the holidays is grocery store the last stop so food will not Clean immediately with hot soapy refrigerate it. Remove the stuffing from the
the traditional foods of the season. However, be left in the car while you are searching for water anything, including sponges and bird and cut the turkey off the bone. Wings
some of these foods can pose hazards that can the perfect gifts. hands, that touches the raw turkey or juice. and legs can be left whole. Refrigerate all
ruin more than just a holiday meal – they Warm up to your turkey gradually. If Sanitize sponges by running them through the food, including any side dishes, in
can cause serious illness. Here are some tips on buying a frozen turkey, the safest way to your dishwasher. separate shallow containers. Reheat food to
how to enjoy these foods safely: defrost it is in the refrigerator, but keep Just cook it. When cooking a turkey, 165 Fahrenheit and boil gravy.
in mind you need to allow 24 hours of use a meat thermometer. Even if you use a The grand finale. Your efforts have paid
Turkey defrosting for every five pounds of turkey. “pop-up” thermometer, it's a good idea to off. The turkey is beautiful and your guests
Treat your turkey with respect. Preparing For Thanksgiving, that means a 20 pound check the temperature with a conventional are duly impressed. To keep the food safe
a turkey takes a little planning, especially frozen turkey needs to start defrosting on meat thermometer. If you don't have one, while it being served, leave it out for no
during the hectic holiday season. Before Sunday. pick one up at the grocery store as you're longer than two hours.
buying your turkey, make room in your Don't defrost the turkey on the counter. searching for the holiday items. Set the oven If you're having a buffet, don't serve
refrigerator and find a plate or platter big A microwave is too small for most turkeys, no lower than 325 degrees Fahrenheit and all the food at once. Keep the second and
enough to put the uncooked turkey on so but if using one, cook the turkey as soon cook the turkey to 180 Fahrenheit in the third servings either hot at or above 140
any leaking juices won't contaminate other as it is defrosted. Turkeys wrapped in leak- inner thigh. The juices should run clear. Fahrenheit in the oven or cold in the
foods in the refrigerator. At the store, buy proof plastic can be defrosted in cold water, refrigerator.
the turkey last, put it in a separate plastic but the water should be changed every 30 Turkeys on the run To prevent contamination, put
bag to avoid contaminating other foods, minutes and allow 30 minutes of defrosting More and more busy Americans are additional food out on clean platters
and refrigerate it immediately when you get per pound of turkey. Buy your fresh turkey opting to buy hot pre-cooked turkeys instead of adding it to the platters already
home. If you are combining food shopping only one to two days before you plan to for their holiday meal. If you choose this on the table.
with other holiday shopping, make the cook it. option, be sure to keep the turkey at 140 –See COOKING, Page 14–
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USAG-Yongsan holiday religious services & programs COOKING from Page 13


Catholic Date/Time Location
Advent Workshop & Potluck Nov. 23 1230-1600 SAES Cafeteria
Stuffing To be sure the eggnog is safe, use
Thanksgiving Mass Nov. 26 1730-1830 Memorial Chapel To stuff or not to stuff. For many people pasteurized egg products or buy ready-made
Advent Community Penance Service Dec. 17 1730-2100 Memorial Chapel stuffing is the best part of the turkey, but eggnog, which is pasteurized. If you want
Christmas Eve Family Mass Dec. 24 1600-1730 Memorial Chapel it must be carefully prepared because it is to make eggnog with whole eggs safely,
Christmas Carols & Midnight Mass Dec. 24 2300-0130 Memorial Chapel warm and moist – a perfect environment gradually heat the egg-milk mixture to 160
Christmas Day Mass (One Mass only) Dec. 25 1130-1230 Memorial Chapel for bacteria to grow in. Stuffing can be Fahrenheit or until it coats a metal spoon.
Mary Mother of God Mass Dec. 31 1730-1900 Memorial Chapel contaminated by bacteria from eggs and
New Year’s Day Mass Jan. 1, 1130-1230 Memorial Chapel shellfish in the stuffing or the turkey itself. Cookies
The safest way to cook stuffing is separate Need some dough? Though it's almost
Episcopal
Christmas Holy Eucharist Dec. 24 1900-2000 Memorial Chapel
from the turkey. too tempting for children and many adults,
If cooking the stuffing inside the bird, homemade cookie dough an no longer be
Jewish loosely stuff the turkey just before you sampled safely. Just like in eggnog, raw
Hanukkah Celebration Dec. 21 1530-1800 South Post Chapel stick it in the oven with cup stuffing per whole eggs in cookie dough may contain
pound of turkey. Use a meat thermometer harmful bacteria. If you just can't make
Protestant to make sure the center of the stuffing cookies without sneaking some dough,
2008 KATUSA Praise & Worship Dec. 5 0900-1700 South Post Chapel reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit . A “pop-up” used pasteurized egg products in place of
Christmas Play (Gospel) Dec. 7 1200-1300 South Post Chapel thermometer that comes with a turkey won't whole eggs.
Christmas Cantata Dec. 14 1000-1100 South Post Chapel
tell you the temperature of the stuffing.
Christmas Musical Program Dec. 14 1000-1100 South Post Theater
Christmas Eve/Day Caroling/Fellowship Dec. 24 1800-2100 Allgood Hospital Chapel
Avoid pre-stuffed fresh turkeys. Leftovers
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Dec. 24 1830-1930 Hannam Village Chapel The aftermath: Holiday meals usually
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Dec. 24 1900-2000 South Post Chapel Cider mean lots of leftovers.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Dec. 24 1900-2000 K-16 Chapel Serve it mulled. Unpasteurized apple Although you may not feel like doing
Christmas Day Community-Wide Service Dec. 25 1500-1630 Yong Nak Church cider is another holiday food that may much after a big meal, be sure to refrigerate
(AIM-Korea – Busses depart South Post Chapel at 1400) contain harmful bacteria. If serving cider or freeze leftovers within two hours of
Watchnight Service Dec. 31 2000-0030 Hannam Village Chapel cooking the food. Separate leftovers into
to elderly or young family members and
Watchnight Service Dec. 31 2200-2400 South Post Chapel
friends or those with weakened immune shallow containers. Turkey should be
For more information, call 738-3011 systems, buy pasteurized apple cider. If removed from the bone and stored separately
you want to buy unpasteurized cider or are from the stuffing and gravy.
unsure if the cider is pasteurized, mull the Use leftovers within four days, except
cider by heating it to 160 Fahrenheit or stuffing and gravy which should be used
Combined Federal Campaign continues in Korea boiling it if you don't have a thermometer. within two days. If that seems like an
Serve it warm or cold. impossible feat, freeze the leftovers.
U.S. Forces Korea has extended the Combined To serve the feast again, reheat leftovers
Federal Campaign through Dec. 15. Contact Eggnog to 165 Fahrenheit and boil all your sauces,
your organization’s CFC representative for Pasteurize. If homemade, this creamy soups and gravies.
more information or to donate to CFC. treat could be contaminated with bacteria This article is courtesy of the U.S. Army
sometimes found in raw eggs. Combat Readiness/ Safety Center.

Nov. 21-27

LOCATION Today Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday


Madagascar 2 Righteous Kills Burn After Reading
CASEY (G) 6:30 p.m. (R) 6:30 p.m. (R) 6:30 p.m. College My Best Friend’s Girl
No Show
No Show (R) 7:30 p.m.
Family That Preys My Best Friend’s Girl Miracle at St. Anna (R) 7:30 p.m.
730-7354 (PG13) 8:30 p.m. (R) 8:30 p.m. (R) 8:30 p.m.

High Scholl Musical 3 High School Musical 3


HENRY My Best Friend’s Girl
The Women (G) 1 p.m. (G) 3 p.m.
(PG13) 7 p.m. No Show No Show No Show
(R) 7 p.m. Quarantine Burn After Reading
768-7724 (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m.

HUMPHREYS Madagascar 2 Madagascar 2 The Women The Women Burn After Reading Burn After Reading
Madagascar 2
(G) 6:30 / 9 p.m. (G) 6:30 / 9 p.m. (PG13) 6:30 / 9 p.m. (PG13) 6:30 / 9 p.m. (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m. (R) 6:30 / 9 p.m.
(G) 6:30 / 9 p.m.
753-7716

HOVEY The Women Miracle at St. Anna Righteous Kills No Show The Women No Show
Burn After Reading
(PG13) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m.
730-5412

Quantum of Solace Quantum of Solace Miracle at St. Anna


KUNSAN (PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m.
Pride and Glory
No Show No Show No Show
(PG13) 6 / 8:30 p.m. (R) 6 p.m.
782-4987

Beverly Hills Chihuahua Quantum of Solace Quantum of Solace


OSAN Burn After Reading Quantum of Solace Quantum of Solace Quantum of Solace
(G) 1 p.m. (PG13) 6 / 8:30 p.m. (PG13) 6 / 8:30 p.m.
(R) 7 / 9:30 p.m. (PG13) 1 / 3:30 / 6 / 8:30 p.m. (PG13) 4 / 7 p.m. (PG13) 4 / 7 p.m.
Traitor Bolt Bolt
784-4930 (R) 3:30 / 9:30 p.m. (G) 1 / 3:30 p.m. (G) 1 / 3:30 p.m.

High School Musical 3


RED CLOUD (G) 7 p.m. Bangkok Dangerous My Best Friend’s Girl Babylon A.D. Miracle at St. Anna No Show Righteous Kills
College (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m.
732-6620 (R) 9 p.m.

Family That Preys High School Musical 3 Bangkok Dangerous The Women
STANLEY Traitor College
(PG13) 7 p.m. (G) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. No Show (PG13) 7 p.m.
(R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m.
732-5565 Tropic Thunder MIrrors Righteous Kills
(R) 9 p.m. (PG13) 9 p.m. (R) 9 p.m.

Burn After Reading My Best Friend’s Girl


(R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. My Best Friend’s Girl Bolt
YONGSAN Quantum of Solace Quantum of Solace Quantum of Solace
Miracle at St. Anna Miracle at St. Anna (R) 7 p.m. (PG) 4 / 7 p.m.
(PG13) 5:30 / 8:30 / 6:30 p.m. (PG13) 5:30 / 8:30 / 6:30 p.m. (PG13) 5:30 / 8:30 / 6:30 p.m.
(R) 6 p.m. (R) 6 p.m. Madagascar 2 My Best Friend’s Girl
738-7389 Family That Preys Family That Preys (PG) 6 p.m. (R) 3 / 5:30 p.m.
(PG13) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m.
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Area I Worship Schedule Area II Worship Schedule Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule
Protestant Services Protestant Services Protestant Services Protestant Services
Collective Collective Collective Protestant
Collective Protestant
Sunday 1000 Stone Chapel
Sunday 0800 Memorial Chapel (Liturgical) Sunday 1100 Freedom Chapel Sunday 1000 Camp Carroll
Sunday 1000 Stanley Chapel
Sunday 1030 West Casey Chapel 0930 Brian Allgood Hospital Chapel 1100 Suwon Air Base Chapel 1030 Camp Walker
Sunday 1100 Protestant Sunday 0930 Hannam Village Chapel (Korean) 1100 Camp Eagle Chapel Church of Christ 1700 Camp Walker
School-Coffee House 1000 South Post Chapel Gospel 1300 Freedom Chapel Gospel 1215 Camp Walker
Sunday 1100 Warrior Chapel 1030 K-16 Chapel 1300 Camp Carroll
Contemporary 1800 Freedom Chapel
Sunday 1100 Crusader Chapel
1100 Hannam Village Chapel Contemporary
Sunday 1100 Hovey Chapel
Wednesday 1130 Bible Study-Coffee House Contemporary KATUSA Friday 1900 Camp Walker
Gospel Sunday 1000 Multi Purpose Training Facility Tuesday 1900 Freedom Chapel Korean
Sunday 1100 Casey Memorial Chapel Tuesday 1900 Camp Carroll
1230 Camp Stanley Chapel Gospel 1200 South Post Chapel Wednesday 1830 Camp Walker
Korean
Wednesday 1800 Gospel Bible Study
Stanley Chapel
Seventh-Day Adventist Wednesday 1730 Freedom Chapel
Thurday 1900 Gospel Practice Saturday 0930 Brian Allgood Hospital Chapel Wednesday 1900 Freedom Chapel Catholic Services
Stanley Chapel (Bible Study) Mass
COGIC United Pentecostal (UPCI) Sunday 0900 Camp Walker
Sunday 1230 CRC Warrior Chapel Sunday 1330 Memorial Chapel
KATUSA Catholic Services 1130 Camp Carroll
Sunday 1930 CRC Warrior Chapel Mass Saturday 1700 Camp Walker
Sunday 1300 Jackson Auditorium KATUSA Daily 1145 Freedom Chapel
Tuesday 1900 Camp Stanley Chapel Thursday 1830 Memorial Chapel Sunday 0930 Freedom Chapel Jewish
Tuesday 1840 Casey Stone Chapel
1700 Camp Eagle Chapel For information, contact Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Avi Weiss, avi.weiss@korea.
Tuesday 1800 Camp Castle Chapel Episcopal
Tuesday 1830 Casey Memorial Chapel 1700 Suwaon Air Base Chapel army.mil, 723-6707
Tuesday 1830 Camp Hovey Chapel
Sunday 1000 Memorial Chapel Jewish
Thursday 1830 West Casey Chapel For information, contact Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Avi Weiss, avi.weiss@korea.
Catholic Services army.mil, 723-6707
Catholic Mass Mass
Sunday 1130 Camp Stanley Chapel Sunday 0800 South Post Chapel
Sunday 0900 CRC Warrior Chapel 1130 Memorial Chapel The Command Chaplain’s Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate
Sunday 1215 West Casey Chapel
Sunday 0930 Camp Hovey Chapel
Saturday 1700 Memorial Chapel total religious support to the United Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea
Orthodox Service Mon/Thur/Fri 1205 Memorial Chapel
1st and 2nd Sundays 1000 Old Hovey Chapel Tues/Wed 1205 Brian Allgood Hospital Chapel and Eighth U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and authorized civilians
Later Day Saints 1st Sat. 0900 Memorial Chapel across the full spectrum of operations from armistice to war.
Sunday 1400 West Casey Chapel

Jewish Services Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at:
Jewish Friday 1900 South Post Chapel
Friday 1830 West Casey Chapel www.usfk.mil/org/FKCH/Index.html?/org/FKCH/Contents/mission.htm
for helpful links and information

Korea-wide Army chaplain points of contact


USAG-Yongsan Chaplains USAG-Humphreys Chaplains USAG-Red Cloud/Casey USAG-Daegu Chaplains

Chaplain (Lt. Col.) David B. Crary: Chaplain (Maj.) Klon K. Kitchen, Jr.: 2ID Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Richard Spencer: Chaplain (Maj.) Eddie Kinley:
david.crary@korea.army.mil, 738-3009 klon.kitchen@korea.army.mil, 753-7274 frank.richard.spencer@korea.army.mil, 732-7998 Eddie.kinley@korea.army.mil, 764-5455

Chaplain (Maj.) Adolph G. DuBose: Chaplain (Maj.) James E. O’Neal: Red Cloud Chaplain (Maj.) Fredrick Garcia: Chaplain (Maj.) Edward Martin:
adolph.g.dubose@korea.army.mil, 738-4043 james.e.oneal@korea.army.mil , 753-7276 fredrick.wayne.garcia@korea.army.mil, 732-6169 Edward.martin7@korea.army.mil, 765-8004

Chaplain (Maj.) Leo Mora Jr.: Chaplain (Capt.) Anthony Flores: Red Cloud Chaplain (Capt.) Mario Rosario:
leo.mora@korea.army.mil, 736-3018 Anthony.wenceslao.flores@korea.army.mil, Mario.s.rosario@korea.army.mil,
753-7042
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Warriors compete in Rucksack Challenge


By Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairs

CASEY GARRISON—Spc. James


Dowd of C Company, 302nd Brigade
Support Battalion finished 9 seconds within
breaking the all-time record for the Warrior
Country Rucksack Challenge held Nov. 15
with a time of 58:21. The all-time record
was set by 2nd Lt. Michael Woudenberg
of Headquarters, Headquarters Command
1/72 Artillery, at 58:12 in 2006.
“I have been here for 14 months and
have been training for this event every
weekend,” Dowd said. “This is my fourth
Rucksack Challenge and the first one I have
placed first. I have placed second and third
in previous races.”
Dowd said his commander works with
him on a steady basis, and keeps him in
shape and ready to compete for his unit in
Family Morale, Welfare, and Recreation
running events.
“I really appreciate James Williams,
FMWR sports specialist, and the FMWR
staff for putting on these events,” Dowd
said. “It helps my tour in Korea. I will
be running in the 5 kilometer run on
Thanksgiving Day.” The fifth running of the Warrior Country Rucksack Challenge fires off with a record number of participants Nov. 15. Entries more than doubled at
First Sgt. Arron Moore of B Co., 2-9th 188. View these photos at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham
Infantry placed second with a time of
1:00:08.
“I decided to come out and do my best
today,” Moore said. “I will come out for all
the running events this season.”
First Lt. Raven Donelson of B Co.,
BSTB placed first in the Women’s Division
with a time of 1:40:11. Pfc. Kaila Sanborn
of 4th Chem. Co. placed second in the
Women’s Division with a time of 1:49:50.
A Co., 1-72nd Artillery placed first in
the team event with a time of 1:21:42.
The event takes place on an 8-mile
course winding through the avenues of
USAG-Casey beginning at the Carey
Fitness Center, passing through the Camp
Hovey cut, turning back at the Hovey
Fitness Center and finishing back at Carey.
Participants must wear a rucksack weighing
at least 35 pounds. The Challenge is open to
Soldiers, Civilians and Family members.
“We began the Challenge so Soldiers
and Civilians can prepare themselves
for the Memorial Bataan Death March
preliminary in February,” said Ron Fortin,
FMWR recreation director. “It began four
years ago and has become one of our most
popular events.”
Winners of the Memorial Bataan Death
March preliminary will qualify to participate
in the main event held annually in White
Sands, N.M.
“We have more than doubled the
amount of entries today with 188,” said
Randy Behr, FMWR sports director. “One
of the many reasons this happens is because
we have a terrific staff. It shows Soldiers are
willing to compete.”
Not only is the Challenge a sporting
event, it is also practical training because
Soldiers do this sort of activity frequently
in their jobs, Behr explained.
“It is a grueling event, but it is also a lot First Sgt. Arron Moore of B Co., 209th Infantry strides quickly as he
of fun,” Behr said. narrows the lead of Spc. James Dowd of C Co., 302nd Brigade Sup-
Spc. James Dowd crosses the finish line in 58:21 missing the all-time port Battalion while returning to the finish line on the Camp Hovey
record for the Warrior Country Rucksack Challenge by 9 sec. — U.S. cut during the Warrior Country Rucksack Challegne held on USAG-
Army photo by Jim Cunningham Casey Nov. 15. — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham
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http://imcom.korea.army.mil NEWS THE MORNING CALM

FOCUS ON FITNESS
‘Spinning the Globe’ World Tour:

Harlem Globetrotters
to visit Korea
IMCOM-Korea recognizable tune, “Sweet Georgia Brown.”
MWR Marketing The famous “Magic Circle” gets underway
at center court, as the players take turns
The Harlem Globetrotters will visit in a mesmerizing showcase of blazing
Korea Dec. 1st through 3rd for three ball handling prowess, each teammate
performances. All shows are open to the highlighting his own unique skills.
military community and free of charge, The Globetrotters exhibit a captivating
courtesy of AFE, Navy Entertainment and assortment of trick shots, high-flying
MWR. dunks, and precise timing along with a
The Harlem Globetrotters are an side-splitting array of comedy guaranteed
American icon, synonymous with family to entertain both the young and the young
entertainment and great basketball skills. at heart.
The Globetrotters organization represents The Globetrotters have developed an
over 80 years of breaking down barriers, exciting new show for their 2008 “Magic
acts of kindness, and a commitment to As Ever” World Tour, which displays even
more incredible ball handling wizardry,
Schedule for performances in Korea:
fans that goes well beyond the game. The
"Ambassadors of Goodwill" have dazzled fresh comedy, and amazing rim-rattling Dec. 1 USAG-Yongsan, Collier Field House 7 p.m.
and dunked their way into the hearts of dunks – all presented by some of the world’s Dec. 2 Camp Walker, Kelly Fitness Center 7 p.m.
over 125 million basketball fans worldwide, greatest athletes and entertainers.
Dec. 3 Osan Air Base, Fitness Center 6 p.m.
visiting 118 countries on six continents. Everyone has a Harlem Globetrotters

11 tips to get fit without the hype


You’ll know the Globetrotters are ready story, and the most exhilarating chapters are
to put on their spectacular show when you yet to come. For more information, please
hear the sweet whistling of that instantly contact DSN 723-3749.

Upcoming MWR events in Korea


By Chris Halagarda Eat immediately after exercise. It’s the
U.S. Navy fitness advisor/dietitian window of opportunity and the one time
during the day when simple sugars are
Christmas with The Embers Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Physical training is a must for all active- okay. Simple sugars will store as glycogen
Dec. 17-20 Dec. 25 - 31 duty military personnel to help maintain high for your next workout and prevent muscle
(Times and Locations TBD) fitness levels, mental acuity and overall health. breakdown. Great choices for post-exercise
The name itself brings to each of The following are some “rules for results” that right at your commissary are chocolate
Christmas with The Embers is a us images of an American icon. The can help you align your exercise regimen with milk, low-fat milk or just a turkey and
delightful and engaging experience Cheerleaders, the DOD and the USO your diet to achieve better results: whole wheat bread sandwich.
that will leave you with have since teamed up
that wistful warm and an unprecedented 49 Eat ample calories. Multiply your body Graze. Avoid going more than three or four
cozy Christmas feel- times to boost the mo-
weight in pounds by 15-17 to get an es- hours without eating a small carbohydrate,
ing through theater and rale of the men and
timate of how many calories you need to protein and healthy-fat meal or snack.
song. Superlative cos- women of our U.S. mili-
consume each day from carbohydrates, fat
tume changes and the- tary at hundreds of bas-
atrical props will keep es and outposts around and protein. As your cardio increases, so Eat fat to look ‘phat’. Eat mono- and poly-
you intrigued along with the world. The ladies should your calories. A person weighing unsaturated fats like flaxseed, fish, olive
original presentations have their meals in the 150 pounds should consume at least 2,250 oil, canola oil, nuts, seeds and nut but-
of your favorite Christ- mess halls and share to 2,550 calories each day for a start. If ters. Even skinny guys have to worry about
mas classics and brand in close conversations you’re trying to lose weight, multiply your heart disease. Avoid trans and saturated
new Embers originals sure to set deep about the Cowboys, happenings in the body weight by 10-11 and that represents fats. Choose low-fat dairy, lean beef, and
in your heart. States and loved ones at home. your desired daily calories. chicken and turkey breasts.

Think carbohydrates and protein. Weight- Legs, legs, legs. Weight train legs, too.
2008 Warrior Country Rucksack Challenge lifters should get about 4 to 6 grams of car-
bohydrate and 0.6 to 0.9 grams of protein
Running and other cardio exercise does
not replace a leg workout. Leg muscles
Nov. 15 at Carey Fitness Center, Camp Casey for every pound of body weight. A 150- are huge and huge muscles release growth
pound person needs to consume about 120 hormone and testosterone when worked.
WOMEN'S DIVISION
to 135 grams of protein. Strengthening legs will also maintain bal-
PLACE TIME NO RANK NAME (Last, First, MI) UNIT CAMP
1ST 1:40:11 150 1LT RAVEN A. DONELSON B CO, BSTB HOVEY ance of your body and prevent imbalances
2ND 1:49:50 153 PFC KAILA SANBORN 4TH CHEM CO HOVEY Stay hydrated. Even weightlifters that may on endurance athletes, which can help pre-
3RD 1:56:40 160 1LT JOYCE JORDAN HHC, 1HBCT HOVEY
4TH 1:58:54 152 PV2 MARY THRAILKILL 4TH CHEM CO HOVEY not sweat as much as endurance athletes vent injury.
5TH 2:05:25 158 SSG DONNA BARRINGTON HHC, 2ID RED CLOUD
Women's Records: 1:25:50 - 2007 (CPT. Catherine J. Miller, A CO, 1BSTB) need more fluids than sedentary individu-
MEN'S DIVISION
als. High-intensity exercise. High-intensity ex-
1ST 0:58:21 248 SPC JAMES DOWD C CO, 302D BSB CASEY Losing just two liters of water or three ercise, such as a dynamic warm-up, sprint-
2ND 1:00:08 247 1SG ARRON MOORE B CO, 2-9TH IN CASEY
3RD 1:03:58 37 SSG MICHAEL TONEY A BTRY, 6-38TH FA CASEY percent body weight in water will decrease ing or running sports, just one or two days
4TH 1:05:20 293 PFC ILNUR SIBAGATULLIN HHC, 1-72D AR CASEY strength and speed, and the person will a week will increase the release of growth
5TH 1:05:33 262 SPC RICARDO GARCIA HHC, 1-72D AR CASEY
Men's Records: 0:58:12 - 2006 (CPT. Michael Wooudenberg, HHC, 1-72D AR) have difficulty concentrating and breath- hormone. If you’re well-rested this will in-
ing. This loss can occur from just 30 min- crease strength, power and endurance while
TEAM EVENT utes to an hour of sweating. helping to build and repair muscle.
1ST 1:21:42 23 CPT MICHAEL G. LEE A CO, 1-72D AR CASEY
PV2 NATHAN M. REICHERT A CO, 1-72D AR CASEY






PV2
PV2
CARLOS CORTES
BRANDAN LEBLANC
A CO, 1-72D AR
A CO, 1-72D AR
CASEY
CASEY Eat breakfast. Be sure to eat a small meal Rest and sleep. Muscles get big while you
2LT STEVE F. WOLF HHC, 1/72D ARM CASEY prior to physical training, especially weight- rest, not while you lift. Try for seven or
Team Records: 1:07:51 - 2007 (SGT. Cooper, LT. Park, LT. Corrigan, LT. Glushenko, CPT. Fields, 2-9th IN)
lifting, to prevent muscle breakdown. Try more hours of sleep each day or try getting
2ND 1:23:56 30 1LT TIMOTHY DONELSON B CO, 2-9TH IN CASEY
PFC CHRISTOPHER SMITH B CO, 2-9TH IN CASEY to include carbohydrate and protein. to bed 15 minutes earlier and waking up
PFC SLOAN MARSH B CO, 2-9TH IN CASEY Head to your commissary to load up 15 minutes later.
SGT JOSEPH MURPHEY B CO, 2-9TH IN CASEY
PFC PETER KUYPER B CO, 2-9TH IN CASEY on whole grain cereal with skim milk, a

TOTAL PARTICIPANTS: Men's Div (Indiv) - 88 peanut butter and jelly sandwich, oatmeal Be patient. Be patient and realize that
Women's Div (Indiv) - 10 with fruit and a cup of milk, or egg whites putting on lean muscle takes months and
Team (5 persons) - 18 (90)
TOTAL: 188 with toast. years, not hours and days.


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Apache battalion to move to the United States


By Bob McElroy ensure it is smooth and successful.
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs “This can be a potentially-turbulent time
for the Soldiers and Families of 1-2 Atk;
U S A G - h u m p h r eys — T h e it is essential that the we do everything in
Department of Defense announced Sunday our power to help the battalion make this
that 1st Battalion 2nd Attack Battalion move as seamless and efficient as possible,”
based at Camp Eagle, Wonju, will move Dumoulin said. “The Soldiers of 1-2 Atk
to Fort Carson, Colo. in March 2009 to have been called upon to perform an
support the Global War on Terror. important mission and we need to support
The mission of 1-2 Atk is to conduct them to the utmost of our ability.”
attack helicopter operations to destroy 1-2 Atk has approximately 500 Soldiers
enemy forces and conduct reconnaissance and 24 AH-64 Apache helicopters. To
and security operations in support of 2nd replace the Apache’s capabilities on the
Infantry Division operations in Korea. Korean peninsula, the Department of
According to the press release which Defense will send 12 A-10 attack aircraft
announced the battalion’s restationing the and 318 support personnel to Korea in
unit chain of command notified Soldiers March 2009.
and Family Members about the unit move The Department of Defense selected
on Saturday, Nov. 15. the A-10s to replace the Apaches because
The Secretary of Defense approved the of the aircraft’s proven track record on
battalion’s restationing in order to make the the battlefield. The A-10 provides greater
unit available for rotational deployment to responsiveness, longer range, larger precision
Afghanistan and Iraq. munitions, greater options for ordnance
The battalion’s relocation will allow the employment, greater survivability and
unit’s Soldiers and Families to stabilize at increased interdiction capability compared
Carson, preset organizational equipment to the departing AH-64 Apaches.
and provide the Soldiers an opportunity to The Defense Department will also
train prior to deploying in late 2009. deploy an MH-53 helicopter detachment to
Although 1-2 Atk is part of the 2ID Korea and add U-2 reconnaissance aircraft
The 500 Soldiers and 24 Apache attack helicopters from 1st Battalion 2nd Attack Battalion, 2nd it is supported by U.S. Army Garrison capability next year.
Combat Aviation Brigade based at Camp Eagle, Wonju, will relocate to Fort Carson, Colo. in Humphreys at Camp Eagle. The restationing of 1-2 Atk is not part of
March 2009. The restationing of 1-2 Atk will place the battalion in the unit rotation that supports USAG-Humphreys commander Col. a drawdown of U.S. forces in Korea; troop
Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. Download this John E. Dumoulin, Jr. said that the garrison levels will remain at 28,500 here, according
image and more at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Bob McElroy will support the battalion’s restationing to to the DoD press release.

Chaplains minister to Soldiers during exercise


By Sgt. 1st Class Krishna M. Gamble
2nd CAB Public Affairs

USAG-CASEY — “The church is not


about where we are, it’s about who we are,
and we can worship anywhere.”
That’s how Chaplain (Maj.) Christopher
Edwards, 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade
chaplain began 2nd CAB field worship
services at field training exercise Warpath
II, at Hovey Cut, Nov. 6.
For more than 220 years, religion and
religious leaders have provided a source of
strength and faith for millions of service
members on and off the battlefield. In
combat, services are frequently conducted
in small groups with abbreviated orders of
worship. Most chaplains have combat kits
that contain worship supplies suitable for
field services.
Edwards’s topic for the nondenominational
service focused on how those of faith should
strive to live a healthy spiritual life.
“Society today is pretty much anything
goes, but as children of God, we should do
those things He would approve of,” said
Edwards. “Things could be better, but they
could always be worse.”
Chaplain (Maj.) Christopher Edwards, 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade chaplain conducts field worship service during field training exercise Warpath
Staff Sgt. Eric Episipto, 501st Sustainment
II, at Hovey Cut, Nov. 6. Photos available online at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Krishna M. Gamble
Brigade read scripture and 1st Sgt. Sammy
Barbour, Headquarters and Headquarters when I was told it couldn’t be done as a staff “This was very refreshing,” Episipto said Catholics comprising the majority. Chaplains
Company, 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade sergeant,” said Episipto. at the end of services. “I was looking for a from a number of denominations provide
led the prayer. Those in attendance were The brief service proved also to be a time passage in Corinthians that coincided with ministry for all service members.
also offered the chance to give praise and of rejuvenation for those who participated what the chaplain was talking about. I really Soldiers of 2nd CAB and other elements
thanks for any success in their personal and in training exercise Warpath II. Services are enjoyed this.” of the 2nd Infantry Division participated
professional lives. offered at field exercises to ensure spiritual More than 100 religious denominations in the week-long exercise to fine-tune their
“I’m grateful that I was able to [change fitness is supported just as it would be for and faith groups are represented among planning and coordination abilities in a
my MOS] to become a chaplain’s assistant Soldiers in a combat zone. Soldiers, with Protestants and Roman battlefield environment.
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News & Notes


Sergeant Major of the Army Town Hall Meeting
The Sergeant Major of the Army will conduct a
Town Hall Meeting with USAG-Humphreys U.S.
Best in BOSS recognized “With the high turnover of personnel
and KATUSA Soldiers to discuss issues and it’s important to have as many people
concerns affecting USFK members in the area. involved as we can,” said USAG-Humphreys
When: Tuesday, Nov. 25 1:15-2:45 p.m.
Command Sergeant Major Jason K. Kim.
Where: USAG-Humphreys Super Gym
“The BOSS presidents, vice presidents,
Free Tour of Jeonju City secretaries and treasurers all get together
Jeonju City is sponsoring a one-day free tour to and share best-practices across U.S. Forces
the City, home of the Royal Family of the Chosun Korea, and also have the opportunity to
Dynasty. The trip will take place from 8 a.m. until network, make new friends, and take what
9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13. For U.S. Soldiers, they’ve learned back to their garrisons,” he
Civilians, and Family Members. All costs will said. “Some of the BOSS representatives
be covered courtesy of Jeonju City and Korean drove several hours to attend this conference,
Royal Family Culture Foundation, including
and all have done a great job preparing for
transportation, meals, souvenirs, and activities.
Sign up no later than Dec. 8 by contacting Ms.
this event.”
Chong at the Public Affairs Office via DSN 754- The USAG-Humphreys BOSS Soldier
6130 or chong.s.chong@korea.army.mil. of the Quarter, Pfc. Timothy Seabourne,
602nd Aviation Support Battalion was
Homeschooling Spouses Holiday Get-together among several IMCOM Korea BOSS
Homeschooling Spouses will gather on Monday, members who were presented with a
Dec. 8 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Bldg. 510, Apt. 108. Certificate of Achievement.
Bring something from your home you just can’t USAG-Humphreys BOSS President, Sgt.
seem to get rid of to donate to someone. It’s the
September Taylor nominated Seabourne as
re-gift party! Also bring a story to share of the
funniest, weirdest, or wildest Christmas present
the top BOSS representative of the third
you have ever received. Come ready to laugh quarter for going “above and beyond” to
with us! Contact Elisabeth Townley at 010- participate in BOSS activities.
3144-0352 or elisabethtownley@yahoo.com. “I volunteered for as much as I could –
like Make a Difference Day,” said Seabourne.
New Humphreys Flickr Website “I always show up for BOSS activities
Want to get copies of photos of a community because it’s important for single Soldiers to
event? It’s easy now that U.S. Army Garrison get involved.”
Humphreys has its own Flickr photo-sharing
Seabourne said he also made time to train
webpage. To view or download your own
high-resolution images of community events
others who have joined BOSS to support
go to: www.flickr.com/usaghumphreys.USAG- Pfc. Timothy Seabourne, 602nd Aviation Support Battalion receives a Certificate of Appreciation the program.
Humphreys Public Affairs Office will post from USAG-Humphreys Command Sergeant Major Jason K. Kim during the BOSS quarterly “It’s our intent to make our BOSS
images weekly so check back often. Call 754- conference at the USAG-Humphreys Community Activity Center Nov. 12. Download this image program the best on the Korean peninsula,”
8598 for additional information. and find more online at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Ken Hall said Kim. “Pfc. Seabourne is one of those
Soldiers that we need and we don’t have
Office 2007 Training By Ken Hall Humphreys Community Activities Center enough of who give up their personal time
The AREA III DOIM is offering classes on MS USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs Nov. 12. to help improve Soldier quality of life at
Office 2007. The course, offered in English
The purpose of the session was to USAG-Humphreys.”
and Korean, will feature the Getting Started
Tutorials, basic changes, and links to other
USAG-HUMPHREYS — More than discuss lessons learned, train members The event also featured a barbecue-
training websites. The training will familiarize 100 Better Opportunity for Single Soldier on organizing future BOSS events and to style lunch that USAG-Humphreys BOSS
functional users with MS Office 2007. members from throughout IMCOM Korea recognize outstanding IMCOM Korea representatives prepared and served to
Where: Bldg. 1272 DOIM Class Room attended a quarterly conference at USAG- BOSS program participants of the quarter. Soldier and civilian attendees.
When: Mon-Fri 1-3 p.m.

Thanksgiving Meal Schedule


POC: Will Murdock at 754-3608 or
william.murdock@korea.army.mil

Update from the Immunization Clinic


Children younger than five years will need a
well-child doctor’s appointment to get their
immunizations ordered. Children five years USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs 249th Military Police Detachment Suwon Air Base
and older can get immunizations reviewed and Breakfast 7 – 8 a.m. 3-2 Air Defense Artillery
updated by the immunization clinic without a
usag-humphreys — USAG- Lunch 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Breakfast 7 – 8 a.m.
doctor’s appointment. All children who need
a PPD or Hepatitis A booster can check-in
Humphreys and Area III dining facilities are Dinner 5 – 6 p.m. Lunch 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
to the immunization clinic without a doctor’s providing Thanksgiving holiday meals for all Dinner 4 – 5:30 p.m.
appointment. For more info call 753-7658. Soldiers, Civilians and Family Members. Camp Long
Long Café Meal prices for spouses and other
Visit the Humphreys YouTube Channel USAG-Humphreys Breakfast 6 – 7 a.m. dependents of enlisted personnel in the
Visit USAG-Humphreys’ own Internet video Warrior Talon Inn Lunch 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. ranks of Pvt. through Spc. is $5.40. The
channel on YouTube at http://www.youtube. 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade Dinner 4 – 5 p.m. price for all other personnel is $6.35.
com/usaghumphreys. Access the channel for Breakfast 6 – 7 a.m.
community news and newcomer information.
Lunch 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Do not miss the Tour of Duty video presentation
on USAG-Humphreys highlighting the quality of
Dinner 4 – 5:30 p.m.
life and transformation currently underway at
the Garrison. Provider Inn
194th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion
We Want Your Stories! Breakfast 7 – 8 a.m.
We want to publish your stories and Lunch 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
photos in The Morning Calm Weekly Dinner 5 – 6 p.m.
and on the USAG-Humphreys Command
Channel. Please send any information Red Dragon Inn
and products to Ken Hall at the U.S. Army
501st Military Intelligence Battalion
Garrison Humphreys Public Affairs Office at
kenneth.david.hall@korea.army.mil
Breakfast 7 – 8 a.m.
or call 754-8598. Lunch 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Dinner 4 – 5 p.m.
AREA III
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Humphreys hosts Boy Scout Camporee


By Ken Hall Cooking competition. Each Boy Scout
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs patrol had their camp stoves set up in the
cooking area and were using all of the same
USAG-HUMPHREYS — October was ingredients to prepare their dishes.
a very busy month for the Boy Scouts of “The scouts had two hours to create
America Far East Council, Korea District. their dish for the judges and a meal for
More than 50 Boy Scouts and their troop themselves for dinner,” he said. “Troop
leaders from across the Korean peninsula 203 made spaghetti with meat sauce for the
rendezvoused for the Fall Scout Camporee competition. The scouts worked diligently
in the woods near USAG-Humphreys; and skillfully in preparing their meal and
other adult leaders also met for Wood Badge the end result was delicious.”
training at Camp Market over a three- Scout Dustin Petrilli said the camporee
weekend period. was a good experience.
Humphreys-based Boy Scout Troop 203 “I learned how to make the world’s best
and other troops conducted Wood Badge spaghetti sauce, how to tie knots, how to
leadership and learned camping and cooking whip and fuse a rope, and how to use a Ham
skills, culminating in a scout troop cook-off radio. The best part about the Camporee is
in the final day of the event. camping and learning how to survive in the
Troop 203 scoutmaster Thomas Bain said woods,” Petrilli said.
both events were a great success and many Boy Scouts from the Far East Council, Korea District prepare Italian-style dishes during the Fall Bain said that regardless of what place
things were accomplished by the adults and Scout Camporee at USAG-Humphreys recently. — U.S. Army photo by Thomas Bain each team finished, they were all winners
the young scouts. on what skills you are interested in.” Star the Boy Scouts here in Korea. It focuses on for working as a team and preparing their
“We conducted Wood Badge training, Scout Tommy Bain, son of Troop 203 Scout sharpening camping and outdoor cooking meal on time and making such tasty entries.
which was aimed at improving the skills Master Bain echoed Harlan’s sentiment. skills. This year’s cooking theme was Italian- The winner of the event was a patrol from
of Cub Scout and Boy Scout leaders at “The experience I had was great, and I style dishes. Seoul with their excellent and tasty chicken
all levels of a scouting organization,” said learned how to cook,” he said. “We all got “The first day was spent setting up their cacciatore creation.
Bain. “Scouts received communication to learn lots of new skills.” tents and preparing campsites, and Troop “The final day was spent cleaning and
skills and leadership training, and gained The instructional staff included leaders 203 began the second day learning about packing up camp and all of the scouts
an overview of different parts of today’s from around the Korean peninsula and one camping sanitation practices and working did a great job in helping each other and
scouting advancements.” who paid his way from Washington State to on a number of Boy Scout skills such as knot working as a team; they all embody the spirit
“My favorite part of the Camporee was take part in this activity. Scoutmaster Bain tying and the safe use of pocket knives, axes, of scouting in the actions they showed at
talking with other countries on the handheld said the giving of their time and effort shows and saws,” said Bain. The scouts were able this event,” said Bain. “Scouting is a great
radio,” said 1st Class Scout Joshua Harlan. their dedication to scouting and improving to practice these skills in the Axe Yard they development program for young boys to
“I like being in scouting and having a the program which scoutmasters in turn set up near camp. explore the outdoors. I encourage everyone
leadership position. I like working on merit provide to the scouts. The scouts cooked their own breakfast to seek out scouting in your home area so
badges, and there are all kinds – depending The Fall Camporee is an annual event for and lunch and then set up for the Italian that everyone may join in the fun.”

Humphreys Dawgs win one, drop two


By Sgt. 1st Class Krishna M. Gamble good team,” said Red Storm guard Jerald
2nd Combat Aviation Brigade Public Affairs Jones, Warrior Replacement Company.
“We are a fairly new team and it’s our first
U S A G - C A S E Y — T h e c o a c h’s game together, so we have to learn each
instructions to ‘be patient’ and ‘box out’ others style.”
were seemingly only adhered to in the first The Humphreys Dawgs are also a
game as the USAG-Humphreys Dawgs fairly new team. The demands of an ever-
finished 1-2 on the first day of the 2008 changing, rigorous Army training calendar
Men’s Pre-Season Basketball Tournament and recent field training exercises have
held here Nov. 8-9. limited the teams’ ability to have a complete
Game one started as a battle of three- practice in more than two weeks.
point shooters as ‘Red Storm” from USAG- “I’m one of the best shooters on the
Red Cloud answered the Dawgs shot-for- team, but I didn’t make any shots,” said
shot. During the shoot-out, shouts from Isaac Washington, Headquarters and
Dawgs coach Jerome V. Washington, Jr., to Headquarters Company 3rd Battalion,
“box out, rebound, and be patient” echoed 2nd General Support Aviation Regiment,
across the court as the Dawgs out-scored 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade. Missed
Red Storm 51-46 for the victory. shots, lack of practice, and fatigue seemed
“I think we did okay, but it was kind to plague the Dawgs as they lost the second
of shaky in the first half, but we started game to Osan 62-59.
listening to the coach and it came together,” “It wasn’t like I scripted it to be, but to
said Dawgs point guard Jamel Johnson, come from behind and win – we’ll take it,”
4-58th Airfield Operations Battalion. said Osan Coach Tony Jones. The Dawgs
Red Storm coach A.J. Crabb said his were leading Osan at halftime.
team needed to play better defense and take “We needed to pay attention to what
better care of the ball during game one. their defense was doing and be prepared,”
“Red Storm players can’t let the Dawgs Washington said.
do what they want – they have to force them In the following game, the Dawgs fought
to get rid of the ball,” said Chief Warrant a good defensive battle but lost to Suwon
Officer James Hardaway, 2nd Infantry Air Base 40-44.
Division. Hardaway said he played guard on The Humphreys Dawgs regular basketball
basketball teams in high school and college season begins against USAG-Casey at the USAG-Humphreys DAWGS player Jamel Johnson grabs a rebound in the midst of Camp Red
and supported the Red Storm team. USAG-Humphreys Super Gym, Nov. 15 Cloud defenders during pre-season basketball tournament action at Camp Casey, Nov. 8-9. —
“We played hard – Humphreys is a pretty at 6 p.m. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Krishna M. Gamble
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USAG-Daegu hires first Army biologist in


Korea to restore, conserve its ecosystems

John Thomas Kunneke, USAG-Daegu’s Natural Resources Program Manager, determines the soil classification and collects map data at Camp Carroll’s wetland, Nov. 18. Kunneke, the first
staff biologist employed by a U.S. Army Garrison in Korea, brings over 27 years’ experience as a geographer and environmental consultant to Daegu. His employment is proof of the Garrison’s
continual commitment to managing a natural balance and conserving natural resources at USAG-Daegu. — U.S. Army Photo by Kwon, Min-seok
By Kwon, Min-seok
archive for everyone to use,” he added. natural herbaceous and shrub wetland. For USAG-Daegu develop an urban forest
USAG-Daegu Public Affairs
Currently, USAG-Daegu’s program this reason, it is highly desirable that an in- management plan. Currently, there are no
Many kinds of plants and animals live on consists of two main projects: the wetland depth natural resources management plan large tracts of natural forest on any USAG-
Army installations worldwide, and it’s each restoration which will take two to four expands the size and enhances the functions Daegu installation, and inappropriate trees
installation’s responsibility to minimize its years to complete and the development of the wetland. are planted in poor locations, causing many
negative impact to the living organisms in of an urban forest management plan. To Kunneke has also been asked to help – See ARMY BIOLOGIST Page 27 –
their native ecosystems. plan and execute these projects effectively,
Where quality of life and the environment USAG-Daegu has employed Kunneke to
are concerned, everybody wins when natural
resources are wisely managed under a
advise the Directorate of Public Works’
Environmental Division in its efforts,
Gate Construction Notice
strategic plan to maintain a healthy natural increasing its capability to plan and execute Camp George’s Gate #3 and Camp Carroll’s Gate #1 are scheduled for major
balance. In order to make this goal a reality, major projects with a better understanding construction beginning Dec. 15, and lasting for the next eight months.
United States Army Garrison Daegu hired a and an enhanced consideration of effects on
biologist in October, 2008 to help restore a the natural environment. These gate modernization projects fulfill security and uniformed construction criteria
natural wetland at Camp Carroll back to its The wetland starts with water that requirements. When completed, they will significantly increase the security of our
original condition. This marks the first time drains off a hill on the southeast side of installations for our community residents and workforce. Community residents and
that a U.S Army Garrison in Korea has hired Camp Carroll, through the installation employees can anticipate traffic congestion during the construction period.
a specialist on staff with a specialty in natural and exits by Gate 1, eventually merging
resources, and is a testament to USAG- with the Nak-dong River. Even though It is highly recommended that everyone entering these gates has two forms of picture
Daegu’s concern for the environment. the total length of the wetland is just ID ready to present to the Security Guards in order to confirm your identity and access
“I am very honored to be a part of this 1,640 feet, the small system functioning the installation, in case the mobile DBIDS systems which will be employed during
supportive (natural resource management) as a stream is a core natural component of the construction should have problems with your CAC or ID card. Please follow
program because the program here has been Camp Carroll’s ecosystem. It makes Camp all construction, speed, and detour signs when posted. Gate construction weekly
recognized as a program of excellence,” said Carroll the richest in natural resources updates will be posted on the Command Channel, AFN Radio, the MP Information
Natural Resources Program Manager John among USAG-Daegu installations with a Hotline (764-4895) and via USAG-Daegu Hot Apple e-mail messages.
Thomas Kunneke. (USAG-Daegu won the diversity of wildlife including plants (134
2007 Secretary of the Army Environmental species), insects (108 species), birds (35 It is also recommended that personnel requiring access to these gates adjust their
Award for Environmental Quality, Team species), mammals (eight species) and one schedules and plan sufficient time to account for delays. Thank you for your
category) “The program has several different species of fish. Among these, even Korean consideration and understanding.
initiatives relating to natural resources ‘natural monument species’ (the equivalent
management, taking the quality of the of U.S. endangered species) such as kestrel Directorate of Emercency Services point of contact: Robert F. Nelson, at 764-4106,
ecosystem in and around the wetland one (small falcons), hobby (a species of bird), 010-9261-2006 or e-mail: robert.f.nelson@korea.army.mil
step further in the long term by creating raccoon dogs and Korean water deer are
the overall natural resources baseline data observed in or around the mixed, rich
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t News & Notes USAG-Daegu Environmental educates


Community Mayoral Elections
Votes for housing area mayors at
Camps Walker & George are now being
community during America Recycles Day
accepted, from residents only. Votes will
be collected Nov. 23. Ballot boxes are
located at Army Community Service,
the Post Exchange, Commissary and
Daegu American School. For additional
information contact LaVita Vincent at
vincentl@korea.army.mil.

Turkey Trot Races


Races will be held at Camp Carroll’s
Sports and Fitness Center, Nov. 22 and
Camp Walker’s Kelly Fitness Center,
Nov. 27. Carroll’s 8K Run starts at 9 a.m.
Register the day of the race from 8 - 8:30
a.m. All authorized ID card holders 18
years or older are eligible. For details,
call 765-8287 / 8118. Walker’s 5K Run &
2-Mile Walk event begins at 9 a.m., with
registration beginning at 8:20 a.m. For
more information call 764-4225.

Bowling Bucks
Earn New Year’s Bowling Bucks. Every
time you bowl three games or buy a
combo meal through Dec. 31, you can
earn Bowling Bucks that can be used at
the big New Year’s Eve party auction!
Call Camp Walker’s Bowling Center at
764-4334.
(From left) Chief, Planning and Conservation Branch, Directorate of Public Works Environmental, Mark Gettel explains USAG-Daegu’s recycling
CYS Services Parent Advisory program to Maj. Ramona Discavage, 36th Signal Battalion S3, at Camp Walker’s Post Exchange Nov. 13. DPW Environmental provided the
Council Meeting information displays at the PX and at Camp Carroll’s Community Activities Center as part of ‘America Recycles Day’, Nov. 15. — U.S. Army
Join us Dec. 10 from 6:15 - 7:30 p.m. Photo by Kim, Keun-kyo
at Camp Walker’s School Age Services By Kim, Keun-kyo “I think it is important that we all Chief, Planning and Conservation Branch,
Bldg. #257 to make a difference in USAG-Daegu Public Affairs should recycle,” said Sgt. ist Class Michael J. Directorate of Public Works Environmental,
helping to improve the quality of Child, Cornelius, 89 Bravo Ammunition Specialist, Mark Gettel. “It’s amazing to see how little
Youth and School Services programs. CAMP WALKER — Do you know 19th ESC. “It helps the environment when trash is actually produced when recycling;
Participants will enjoy a free spaghetti how to protect the environment and save we recycle and put our waste to some kind 70 percent of household waste is recyclable.
dinner, and will also receive a coupon for taxpayer dollars while doing it? Thanks to the of good use. Today, [I got] more information I want to encourage everybody to participate
five percent off full-day child care fees. recent efforts of USAG-Daegu’s Directorate about the actual recycling that goes on in recycling. The Garrison returns the
For more information, contact Marie of Public Works Environmental Division, on-post, and where money goes after we money generated through recycling to
Johnson at 764-5467. the Daegu community is now more aware recycle.” FMWR (where it is used for community
of the importance of recycling. On Nov. 15, ‘America Recycles Day’, quality of life programs).”
USO Camp Walker Nov. 13, information displays about millions of Americans become better- “That’s our goal this year, to give that
Employment Opportunities recycling were presented at Camp Walker’s informed about the importance of daily back to the units,” Gettel emphasized.
Open positions include Center Manager, Post Exchange and Camp Carroll’s recycling and buying recycled products. The “I think it’s important that everyone
Duty Manager, ITT Specialist, Programs Community Activities Center, with DPW event promotes the social, environmental understands that recycling is not just a new
Coordinator, Administrative Assistant Environmental staff on hand to answer and economic benefits of recycling and wave, something that’s cool to do, but that
and Janitor/Custodian. For assistance any questions. Informational flyers on a encourages more people to join the there are definitive things that we get back
or more information, contact the ACS variety of recycling topics, including how movement toward creating a better natural from the program, things that will help
Employment Readiness Program to recycle both on- and off-post, made environment. “Recycling is something out both the unit and the community,”
Manager at 768-7951. learning even easier. that everyone can participate in,” said said Maj. Ramona Discavage, 36th Signal

2008 Camp Carroll


Children’s Christmas Party
Three years running, Army Emergency Relief earns 4-star rating
Children of all Camp Carroll employees Army Emergency Relief Office Public Affairs Soldiers and their families in the form of and their family members requiring AER
and Servicemembers are invited to meet no-interest loans or outright grants. assistance need only contact their chain of
Santa Claus and have fun with him Dec. Washington, D.C. – Army Emergency This year AER is on track for another command or local AER office.
13 from 1 - 5 p.m. at Camp Carroll’s Relief recently earned its third consecutive record-breaking year in supporting Soldiers USAG-Daegu’s AER Office is located at
Crown Jewel Fitness Center. The Happy 4-star rating from CharityNavigator, one and their families. Faced with the demands Camp Henry’s Army Community Service
Valley Train, driven by Santa’s Helpers, the nation’s largest and most-utilized of operations in Iraq and Afghanistan along Office. Under AER’s Command Referral
will be provided from Bldg. 530 to the evaluators of charities. This coveted rating with the challenges of today’s economy, total Program, company commanders and first
Fitness Center. The cost is $1 / 1,000 reflects AER’s sound fiscal management AER assistance is running 12 percent ahead sergeants have the ability to approve AER
Won per child and $2 / 2,000 Won per and program efficiency in providing of last year. loans to their Soldiers, based on valid need ,
adult. Tickets are available at Bldg. #388, financial assistance to Soldiers and their AER provides financial assistance for for up to $1,000. Soldiers and families who
Room 232. Buy your tickets no later than families. According to CharityNavigator, such needs as emergency travel, housing, are not near an AER office can still seek
4 p.m., Dec. 5. For more information, call only 10 percent of the charities they rate car repair, food and utilities. With assistance assistance from any other military brach’s
Ms. Hwang at 765-8470 or Ms. Song at have received at least three consecutive 4 provided in the form of no-interest loans military aid societies, or from the local
765-8540. star evaluations. and grants, AER provides the Army with chapter of the American Red Cross.
AER is the Army’s own military aid a valuable resource to help take care of its For full details on AER’s assistance
Visit www.flickr.com/imcomkorea to society, founded in 1942 in response to Army Family. programs, contact USAG-Daegu’s ACS
download high-resolution versions of the needs of Soldiers and their families AER assistance is available to Soldiers financial Readiness Program Manager,
the photos featured in the USAG-Daegu and their families wherever they are located Jeannie Relaford, at 768-8127. For more
experiencing financial emergencies in
section of the Morning Calm.
World War II. Since its founding, AER has and the amount of assistance approved is information on AER, visit our website at
provided over $1 billion of assistance to only limited by the valid need. Soldiers www.aerhq.org.
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Watching, learning to fight and win Safety Corner: survive cold weather
Carbon monoxide poisoning: the silent killer!
Carbon monoxide is a poisonous, Look for exhaust system or manifold
invisible, odorless, tasteless gas that leaks on vehicles, generators and heaters.
kills people every year. It is produced Ensure tent stove exhaust pipes are
when fuels (e.g., gasoline, diesel, unobstructed. Always keep a tent flap
kerosene and wood) are burned. or window partially open when fuel
Families are often poisoned when they heaters are in use.
use charcoal barbecue grills indoors. Never sleep in a vehicle with the
Soldiers can be exposed to CO when engine running. If the vehicle is running
fuel-burning equipment or vehicles to keep the heater on, lower the window
are used in poorly-ventilated areas. one inch.
Vehicles, tent stoves, M-2 burners, All Soldiers must know the symptoms
generators, kerosene heaters, etc., can of CO poisoning: nausea, dizziness,
all produce fatal levels of CO. headache and unconsciousness.
CO poisoning can be prevented by If CO poisoning is suspected, move
adequate ventilation, venting vehicle to fresh air immediately, perform CPR if
and equipment exhaust to the outside the victim is unconscious, call a medic,
and properly-performed vehicle / ventilate area before returning, inspect
Sfc. William M. Ward (top) teaches full mount position combatives skills to Soldiers equipment PMCS. fuel burning source.
during Sergeants Time Training. — U.S. Army Photo by Kim, Keun-kyo
Staying safe in cold weather: be prepared.
ARMY BIOLOGIST from Page 25 The winter season is upon us. can create dangerously cold conditions
Exposure to cold can cause injury even when the temperature is not that
of the trees to fall when heavy rains occur. conservation while standing strong in or serious illness such as frostbite low. If possible, dress in layers so you
Kunneke will help DPW Environmental its mission – the defense of the Korean or hypothermia. The likelihood of can adjust to changing conditions. Avoid
plant and maintain proper trees and get rid peninsula. injury or illness depends on factors overdressing or overexertion that can lead
of hazardous invasive species like Ragweed so “We want to show our Korean neighbors such as physical activity, clothing, to heat illness.
that the proper trees with deeper and wider that we do care about the environment,” wind, humidity, working and living Traveling and winter can be a
root bases can grow and not be knocked over said Chief, Environmental Division, USAG- conditions and a person’s age and state dangerous combination. Allow extra
by high winds or typhoons coming through Daegu Directorate of Public Works, Robert of health. Follow these tips to stay safe time when traveling. Monitor weather
the Garrison’s installations. Chartier. “This [hiring of a natural resources in cold weather: conditions carefully and adhere to
Hiring the first-ever biologist on a biologist] gives us the ability to go one step Dress appropriately before going travel advisories.
U.S. Army installation in Korea, and the beyond our current practices and view them outdoors. The air temperature does not Keep a winter storm survival kit in
natural resources management program’s as our true natural resources. The wetland is have to be below freezing for someone your car. This should include blankets,
implementation of these two projects one of our resources, as well as our trees. We to experience cold emergencies such as food, flares, chains, gloves and basic
clearly demonstrate USAG-Daegu’s passion want to be able to say to our neighbors that hypothermia and frostbite. Wind speed first- aid supplies.
for, and commitment to, environmental we are very good caretakers of the land.”
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How to celebrate ‘Turkey Day’ at USAG-Daegu


Compiled by Pvt. Lee, Dodam held at 11:40 a.m., led by Chaplain (Lt.
USAG-Daegu Public Affairs Col.) Lewis.
Another fun activity scheduled is the
Thanksgiving Day is one of the biggest Turkey Trot 8K Race at Camp Carroll’s
traditional holidays in North America. It Sports & Fitness Center at 9 a.m. on
is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of Saturday, Nov. 22. Participants must be
November in the United States and on at least 18 years of age, and an ID card is
the second Monday of October in Canada. required. First and second place winners
People started celebrating Thanksgiving in each category will receive a free turkey.
Day in early colonial times in New England. For more information or to register, call
Governor William Bradford declared 765-8287/8118. A Turkey Trot 5K Run
Thanksgiving Day after the first harvest / 2-Mile Walk will also be held at Camp
was done in Plymouth, Massachusetts in Walker’s Kelly Fitness Center at 9 a.m.,
1621. The pilgrims of Plymouth spent Thursday, Nov. 27. For more information,
their first Thanksgiving Day saying ‘thank call 764-4225.
you’ to a local Native American tribe, the If you would like to have some turkey-
Wampanoag, for survival skills the tribe to-go, visit Camp Henry’s Henry’s Place
taught them in their new environment. Club. A 16-18 lb. turkey dinner with a
After the first Thanksgiving Day 5-lb. baked ham is $84.95, or $65 without
celebration, the custom spread throughout baked ham. The meal includes whipped
the continent, with each place setting potatoes with giblet gravy, vegetables,
its own date. George Washington, first jellied cranberry sauce, dinner rolls and
president of the United States, chose pumpkin pie. You will get a 10 percent
November 26 as the official Thanksgiving discount if you place your order one week
holiday in 1789. Despite his effort, each or more in advance. For more information,
region still celebrated Thanksgiving Day on Thanksgiving Day is one of the biggest traditional holidays in North America. There will call 768-7300. Camp Walker’s Evergreen
different days. Sarah Josepha Hale, editor of be various activities and places to eat at USAG-Daegu during the Thanksgiving Holiday. Club will provide a Turkey Buffet from 11
‘Godey’s Lady’s Book’ wrote letters to the a.m. - 3 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, Nov.
president and the governors for 30 years, turkey on Thanksgiving Day. This custom the Thanksgiving meal. 27. It is $16.95 for adults and $9.95 for
asking them to set Thanksgiving Day as a was created by Benjamin Franklin, who There will be various activities at USAG- children ages four to ten. Call 764-4060
national holiday. Finally, in 1863 President proposed making the turkey the national Daegu during this year’s Thanksgiving for additional information. Camp Walker’s
Lincoln proclaimed every last Thursday in symbol as it is a quick runner, wary, with Holiday. Create you own family Thanksgiving Taco Bell also has a turkey meal offer:
November as Thanksgiving Day. sharp eyesight and exhibits a regal stance. tradition with the following events: $39.95 for a 10 - 12 lb. turkey. Call 754-
President Franklin D. Roosevelt advanced Traditionally on Thanksgiving Day, A Thanksgiving Prayer Breakfast will 5689 for a reservation or delivery.
Thanksgiving Day one week in 1939. Since families gather and have a huge and be held at Camp Carroll’s Bowling Center For more information regarding
then Thanksgiving Day is celebrated on the lavish meal together with turkey as the Dining Hall at 6:30 a.m., Nov. 26, with Thanksgiving Day events at USAG-
fourth Thursday in November each year. centerpiece. Besides turkey, ham, roast or Chaplain (Maj.) Kinley providing a Daegu, please contact the FMWR office
Generally speaking, Americans eat prime rib, is also served as a main dish for sermon. A Thanksgiving Service will be at 768-7939.

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