The 384th MP Battalion: “Anxious to make a difference”

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Published in the interest of personnel assigned to JTF Guantanamo and COMNAV Base Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
“ Honor Bound to Defend Freedom ”
Volume 3, Issue 27 Friday, June 6, 2003
The 384th MP Battalion: “Anxious to make a difference”
Story & photos by they participate in detention
Sgt. Benari Poulten operations in Camp Delta.
And they cannot wait to
A comfortable tropical begin work.
breeze drifts through the “We’re very ready,” says
ranks of the new arrivals, as Staff Sgt. Douglas Patrick.
they step off the plane and “We’ve been training for
survey their new duty sta- almost three months, and
tion. A few days and many we’ve been getting a lot of
briefings later, these new training … we’re happy to
additions to the JTF are be here, happy to be
sweating in the hot sun, deployed …. proud to be
undergoing intense training doing our job, proud to help
for their impending mission out.”
and preparing themselves If Patrick sounds eager
for the critical tasks they to take part in the ongoing
will perform. And they Global War on Terrorism, it
haven’t even been here a probably has something to
week. do with the fact that these
Welcome to JTF Guan- Lt. Col. Phillip Churn, 300th Military Police Brigade, greets Lt. Col James Young, Commander MPs have just escaped from
tanamo. of the 384th Military Police Battalion, while Command Sgt. Maj. Steve Short brings the battal- mobilization limbo.
ion colors off the plane onto Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
Jumping right into train- Originally scheduled to
ing, the members of the 384th Military tion at central Indiana’s Camp Atterbury, head to Iraq to help in Operation Iraqi
Police Battalion set foot on Guantanamo these high-speed soldiers have finally Freedom, the Army Reservists of the 384th
Bay ready for action. After about three begun to settle in to their new homes (for
months of waiting at their mobilization sta- the time being) at Guantanamo Bay, as See 384th page 4
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Message from the Top JTF-GTMO Command
Commander:
Teamwork accomplishment of the JTF mission.
MG Geoffrey D. Miller
is one of the This week we welcome the newest Joint Task Force CSM:
keys to the members to our team. The 384th MP Bat- CSMGeorge L. Nieves
success of the talion, from Fort Wayne, IN, arrived to Public Affairs Officer:
Lt. Col. Barry Johnson
JTF. Teams join the JDOG and JTF team. This is a
Deputy PAO / 362nd MPAD Commander:
are formed at great unit, with leaders and soldiers who
Maj. Paul J. Caruso
all levels of are ready to join the JTF GTMO team. Command Information Officer / Editor:
any organiza- Each of the soldiers is excited to be here Capt. Linda K. Spillane
tion, and it is and take part in our mission. What a great Circulation: 2,100 copies
the close and opportunity for us to show our newest
supportive members what right looks like and how The Wire Staff
BGJames E. Payne
work relation- we do what’s right every day. The 384th
Deputy Commander of The Wire NCOIC & Layout Editor:
Operations ship between MP Battalion has strong teams. They are Staff Sgt. Stephen E. Lewald
JTFGuantanamo the team mem- ready to integrate into our existing teams Sports Editor:
bers that and help us reach higher levels of excel- Sgt. Bob Mitchell
Staff writers and design team:
makes any organization great. lence. Take time to welcome them, show
Sgt. Daniel O. Johnson
The JTF is a great organization them what right looks like in the JTF, and
Sgt. Benari Poulten
because of the close and supportive teams make them a part of our great team. Sgt. Erin P. Crawley
throughout the organization. Squads, pla- Any organization is only as strong as Spc. Delaney T. Jackson
toons, and companies support one another the sum of its parts. We have the best Spc. Alan L. Knesek
Spc. George L. Allen
to ensure that everyone accomplishes the troopers, sections, and units our Services
Spc. Mark Leone
mission. All the MP companies support can provide here in the JTF. That enables
Spc. Jared Mulloy
and assist one another to ensure the deten- us to be stronger than the sum of our
tion mission is accomplished everyday. parts. As a team we attempt more and
Contact us:
The JIG is a make up of separate teams accomplish more than just the total of our 5239/5241 (Local phone) 5426 (Local fax)
from all the Services that are focused as parts. Together, focused on our mission, Joint Information Bureau/HQAnnex
one in the interrogation mission. Our we achieve new heights and set new stan- Online:
http://www.nsgtmo.navy.mil/jtfgtmo
Coast Guard and Navy team members dards for performance. We win battles in
who perform our water-borne security the Global War on Terrorism every day. The Wire is produced by the 362nd Mobile
mission support all of this effort. The MG Miller’s guidance was for the JTF to Public Affairs Detachment assigned to the
Infantry provides security teams, operat- be one team, with one fight, doing what’s Joint Information Bureau at Joint Task Force
Guantanamo. This publication is printed
ing at the facility and patrolling the Joint right every day. We do that as small
under the provisions provided in Army Regu-
Operating Area. The Naval Base, as a teams and one organization.
lation 360-1 and does not reflect the views of
part of the team, provides logistical and Continue to focus on what’s right and the Department of Defense or the personnel
quality of life support for the JTF. Our building teams at all levels. Teamwork within.
mission works because the members from makes us great now, and in the future.
all the Services function as one team
focused on one goal - the successful Honor Bound!
Question from the Field
What is being done to improve the number of space-available seats leaving JTFGuantanamo?
First of all, there are never a set number of space-available There is also another plane that goes to Fort Lauderdale, Fla.,
seats on an Air Mobility Command (AMC) flight, nor can the on an occasional basis that can take on Space-A passengers.
government reduce the number of duty passengers (i.e., official Check with your chain of command for the details of this flight.
travelers and paid passengers) to maximize Space-A seating. SOUTHCOM is working on starting an additional SOUTH-
There are AMC aircraft that fly from Guantanamo to the con- COM shuttle to get troops back to CONUS (Miami Interna-
tinental U.S. (CONUS) other than just the Wednesday and Satur- tional).
day 737s. There are no details on this initiative at this time, but if started,
C130 cargo channel aircraft, for example, go to NAS Norfolk it would create another option for folks to fly Space-A.
regularly and can sometimes take on Space-A passengers if their For more information, contact the J4 Strategic Mobility Office
cargo load safely allows them. This aircraft schedule is shown on at 5154/5254, or the Air Terminal at 6204.
the JTF Rolling News (NAVBASE TV Channel).
Friday, June 6, 2003 Page 3
Sergeant’s time training refreshes skills
Story and photo by Postal, says that even though
Spc. George Allen they practice and use their mis-
sion essential tasks every day in
Here’s a training situation: the mail room, they conduct
there’s a suspicious looking sergeant’s time training to stay
package sitting on the floor of sharp on such skills as handling
the mail room. How does the damaged parcels, misdirected
service member react? Panic and mail, etc.
run? Throw it in the bay? Feed it To keep everyone proficient
to the iguanas? No, these postal in all of the unit’s mission tasks,
troops do the right thing, “soldiers in the postal detach-
because this is one of the areas ment will teach a class to other
where they maintain their profi- sections on their expertise …
ciency thanks to sergeant’s time everyone in the postal detach-
training. ment should know a little bit
Sergeant’s time is “time for about every other part,” said
NCOs to implement training not Aleman.
dictated by the command,” said According to Staff Sgt. Brian
Capt. Joseph A. DiNonno, Com- Vance, the 984th Military Police
mander, A Co., 2-116th Infantry Company conducts sergeant’s
Regt. “It’s a good time for pla- time training by squads. After-
Army Sgt. Karlos Padilla, 806th AG Postal Det. #1 instructs Navy Personnelman
toon sergeants and squad leaders wards the platoons get together
3rd Class Katina Rouse, JPRC, on performing an adbominal thrust to clear a
to get together with their guys blocked air passage, during sergeant’s time training Thursday. to evaluate what the squad
and determine what their trained on.
strengths and weaknesses are (and address used to refresh these skills. Military Police here also have ‘block
them),” said 1st Sgt. Stephen Shields, A “I think it’s obvious how it (CTT) sergeant’s time.’ “Block sergeants review
Co., 2-116th Inf. Regt. improves your skills,” said Spc. Tim something with the guards every single
“It’s a good refresher on skill level one McLaren, C. Co., 2-116th Inf. Regt. “Sol- shift,” said Allen. Block sergeants review
tasks,” said Spc. Jason Allen, 984th Mili- dier skills are a degenerative type of train- mission essential tasks such as controlling
tary Police Company. “With newer troops, ing; if you don’t use them, you lose them. detainee movement, shackling techniques,
it gives the leadership a way to see where Like with land nav, it’s a complicated thing or actions to take in case of an escape.
they’re at. It gives the leadership a tool for to learn in the first place, and the knowl- Doing this to start off each shift keeps the
assessment.” edge is a perishable skill.” guards sharp and prepared.
Pfc. Jeffrey Vietmeier, 984th MP Co., “The first line leaders get to train on “It helps keep our mission essential
explained that sergeant’s time training what they see is needed during sergeant’s tasks up, and keeps us combat proficient,”
“also gives some bonding within your time,” said Spc. Scott Morris, A Co. 2-116 said Vance. “This is sustainment training.”
team. In the camp, you’re broken up Inf. Regt. “If the unit was going to train as “Our squad level training is great,” said
(because of schedules and shifts), so a company for a live fire movement to con- Pfc. Ryan Chatman, “We do it to standard
you’re not always with your squad. But in tact, sergeant’s time is where the squad … it’s not halfway done,” said Aleman.
training with the squad, you develop team leaders would see what deficiencies the Because units’ JTF missions may differ
integrity.” soldiers have, for instance individual somewhat from their standard missions,
Sergeant’s time focuses on a unit’s mis- movement techniques, and work on that.” these refreshers also keep troops sharp so
sion essential tasks (METL tasks) and sol- “The company leaders can’t always see they’ll be ready for what may come in the
dier’s common task training (CTT). This if Pvt. Snuffy needs to work on some skill, future.
takes different forms for different units but his squad leader will know what According to Sgt. Anthony Grate, J-4
because of the requirements of their mis- Snuffy needs to work on.” said Morris, Transportation has made good use of
sions. “Sergeant’s time gives them a chance to do sergeant’s time training to cross-train
All units cover CTT tasks - first aid, that.” troops on mission essential tasks that are
land navigation, nuclear, biological, chem- First Sgt. Shields mentioned that needed every day here in Guantanamo.
ical (NBC) warfare, etc. METL tasks can sergeant’s time training also gives junior Many of the Air Force personnel in J-4
include reacting to suspicious packages noncommissioned officers experience in did not have experience operating the
for the postal unit, being able to drive a teaching classes. “The more classes you Army’s five-ton trucks or forklifts. “We
forklift or five-ton truck if you’re working teach, the better off you are, and the more cross-trained everyone on each piece of
for J-4, or being able to operate the whole experience you have relating things to the equipment,” said Grate. “Now we can put
range of weapons systems used by the soldiers easier,” said Shields. anyone in any piece of equipment and they
infantry. Sergeant’s time training can be Sgt. 1st Class Pedro Aleman, Jr., JTF can get the job done.”
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384th from page 1. I didn’t want to leave everything,” says Short agrees that his soldiers are ready
Rosebrock, a 19-year old Junior majoring to serve, emphasizing their blend of excite-
MP Battalion packed their bags in March in Business at Ohio State. “But then, once ment and knowledge. “Our MPs have
of 2003, and left the familiar surroundings everyone else was getting deployed, you trained and continue to train for the unique
of Fort Wayne, Ind., to nature of Camp Delta, but
head for warmer and far their background in
more dangerous climates. internee operations is solid
But after preparing to … We are thrilled to be
depart Camp Atterbury, assigned to this critical
everything changed; area of operations and
specifically their mission. proud to be a part of it.”
Suddenly, the mission Yet, after preparing to
was cancelled and the go to war in Iraq, Guan-
MPs were no longer going tanamo Bay required the
to Iraq. Over the next few soldiers to completely shift
weeks, the 384th MPs – gears. Luckily, they could
along with the 386th MP rely on each other to help
Detachment and Fraser, ease the process, working
Michigan’s 373rd MP as a team to accomplish
Detachment - endured a their goals and learning
roller coaster ride of on- new things. “Our soldiers
again, off-again status. will leave this island much
Finally, their assignment better trained and prepared
arrived: they would take to serve than when we
part in Operation Endur- arrived,” asserts Short.
ing Freedom as part of the “I think we work really
JTF at Guantanamo Bay, well together,” observes
Cuba. Rosebrock. “I think we
Spc. Rachel Rosebrock have a good NCO corps.
Spc. Rachel Rosebrock (right) and Spc. Michael Brazil, along with the rest of the 384th Military
recalls that although it Police Battalion, take their first steps off the plane onto Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. They make it out to be like
was very frustrating to sit a family. You know, they
there and wait, they certainly made the best think: ‘well, they all leave their families. said ‘we’re together now, so we should be
use of their time. “We did a lot of extra It’s time to contribute, too.’ So, after I got each other’s family.’ Everyone’s really
training while waiting around Camp Atter- that mindset, I was ready to go.” supportive of everyone. You know what
bury that [we’ll be] using here,” Rosebrock It may have taken them some time to people are going through … it’s nice that
points out. “So everything has provided actually get here, but when they landed, a we all get along.”
useful knowledge. We went back and did heroes’ welcome greeted them. Within Although they are now serving on a
stuff from MP manuals and it’s all been hours of their arrival, the soldiers enjoyed remote Caribbean island, seemingly far-
helpful.” an outdoor barbecue and plenty of refresh- removed from the rest of the world, the
“We went through the standard valida- ments, mixed in with the necessary brief- soldiers of the 384th MP Battalion remain
tion training,” elaborates Command Sgt. ings and in-processing. Immediately, these committed to making a difference in the
Maj. Stephen Short, “which included test- MPs felt welcome in their strange, new war on terrorism. The mission might be
ing in NBC, first aid, weapons different from what they initially
qualification and live fire exer- expected when they thought they
“In addition to the natural satisfaction one
cises. In addition we practiced would serve in Iraq, but it is no
standard MP tasks. We also feels when serving our country, we see this mis- less important. And these sol-
added additional training in land sion as a tremendous contribution to the war on diers are no less committed to
navigation.” Short praises his upholding the ideals they have
terrorism”
soldiers for being able to make sworn to protect and defend.
the necessary adjustments and Command Sgt. Maj. Stephen Short, 384th MP Bn. “In addition to the natural sat-
for remaining flexible. “They isfaction one feels when serving
have adapted superbly. Our S-4 our country,” explains Short, “we
had to scramble to rearrange our equip- environment, which has helped them see this mission as a tremendous contribu-
ment needs, but otherwise our transition remain determined and enthusiastic. tion to the war on terrorism. Like most of
has been great.” “We feel really accepted,” says Patrick. the soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines
The soldiers not only adjusted to their “All the soldiers are motivated – as moti- serving here … we know we have an
new mission; they also adjusted to the vated as we’ve been since we’ve been important job to do and we’re anxious to
hardships of having to place their lives on mobilized. It’s been excellent … we’re make a difference.”
hold. “At first I was really scared because motivated and ready to help out.”
Friday, June 6, 2003 Page 5
The long and winding road to Cuba
Story & photo by was supposed to go back to my (ASVAB) and started to con-
Sgt. Benari Poulten unit, and they’re over in Iraq. I sider some other possibilities.
got picked up by the 373rd, “I was talking to a friend of
Sometimes life takes inter- and here I am in Cuba.” mine, who was a recruiter, and
esting twists and turns, leading Now attached to the 373rd I asked him, just out of curios-
us in unexpected directions. MP Detachment to help aug- ity, what do I need for the
The Army can be like that, too. ment the unit, Grear served in MPs? And he looked at my
Such is the case with Spc. an artillery unit on active duty test scores, and he told me I
Paul Grear. For him, Guan- for about two years in the early had exactly what I needed.
tanamo Bay was the last place ‘90s. He had always wanted to And I thought, ‘well…sign me
he expected to find himself. be a soldier, but he soon left up for the MPs.’”
Especially as a member of the the military to pursue other As an augmentee to the
373rd Military Police Detach- goals, including more school- 373rd MP Detachment, Grear
ment, an Army Reserve unit ing. "We all try to help out and do what we misses his National Guard
out of Fraser, Mich. “I came home,” says Grear, can," says Spc. Paul Grear, attached to unit, but enjoys the cama-
the 373rd MP Detachment of Fraser,
A large, intimidating man “did some schooling, worked raderie of this group.
Michigan.
serving in the National Guard on an associate’s degree, got “They’ve been great,” he says.
with the 233rd Military Police various jobs here and there, active duty, prior service,” he “They’ve been real good. It’s
out of Springfield, Ill., Grear worked as a correctional offi- explains. “It was a National a small detachment and every-
expected to deploy with his cer for the State of Illinois. Guard artillery unit out of West body here is like family.”
unit to Iraq to serve in Opera- And [now], I’m also a police Frankfurt, Ill. – I did that for While he would have pre-
tion Iraqi Freedom. Unfortu- officer for a small town in Illi- about three years.” But then, ferred to serve with his own
nately, as Grear explains, nois.” Five years after getting he felt he needed a change. unit over in Iraq, Grear opti-
“They didn’t have a chemical out of the service, however, he Originally intending to go mistically assesses his unique
suit big enough for me. So I returned to the military, and into the Air National Guard for situation, coolly asking, “Hey,
had to wait until one came in joined the National Guard. fire and rescue, he had to re- how many Americans get to
… and then there was a mix-up “I got into an artillery unit – take the Armed Services Voca- say they’ve been to Cuba?”
in the paperwork – because I that’s what I was when I was tional Aptitude Battery
Hydroids wearing out their welcome
Story by Army in the past may be more sensitive to future
Sgt. Bob Mitchell stings. “Once some individuals become
sensitized, or exposed, they may become
Just when you thought it was safe to go preconditioned for a reaction the next time
into the water again. There is good news they come in contact with hydroids.”
and bad news concerning hydroids. The In the event of a sting, Thomas offers
good news: hydroid season was officially advice on a variety of remedies. “Treat-
over on June 1. The bad news: somebody ment of routine hydroid exposure at the
forgot to tell the hydroids. beach includes removing clothing, gentle
The pesky little critters showed up a washing of the skin, and avoiding further
few weeks earlier than usual this year and, irritation. Generally minor stings are
like JTF Guantanamo members, it appears treated with oral Benadryl and topical
that they will stay longer than expected. steroids such as End Itch. Some individu-
According to Lt. Cmdr. G. Thomas, U.S. als claim relief by putting Adolph’s Meat
photo courtesy of JTF Soldier
Naval Hospital/JTF Public Health Officer, Many scuba divers who have entered the bay waters Tenderizer on the stings as well. I have
the hydroids’ exit is unpredictable. have experienced stinging attacks from contact with even heard that vinegar works well.”
hydroids.
“They’re still present,” he said. “They Staff Sgt. Kim Munson, 303rd MP Co.,
may be here for several more weeks.” year.” This is evidenced by the continuous said she and many other scuba divers have
Thomas added that there is no way to reports of stings to those who get into the been bitten in virtually every place that
predict where the stinging little pests will ocean waters surrounding Guantanamo wasn’t covered by a wetsuit. “I’m not
be most concentrated. “I couldn’t tell you Bay. going back into the water to scuba dive
if they’re going to be at Cable Beach, There is more bad news concerning pre- until the hydroids are gone,” she said. “I’ll
Windmill Beach or wherever,” he viously stung people. Thomas warns that wait for others to dive in and come back
lamented. “They are unusually heavy this people who have been exposed to hydroids with no bites first.”
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Sailor uses JTF experience to launch college education
Story by Spc. Alan L. Knesek four years, college is going to be a walk in the park for him.
“When you go from working 13 to 16 hours a day, seven days
After four years of dedicated service to the Navy and com- a week, being a full time student really doesn’t compare. When
mendable performance here for the Joint Interrogation Group of you’re on active duty and you’re working over 40 hours a week
JTF Guantanamo, this sailor, who we’ll call “Tyler” (to protect his and you’re deployed and you can still get college done with more
identity) is getting ready to head home for good to pursue a col- than a 3.0, I think it’s going to be easier,” added Tyler.
lege degree in criminology and psychology. It has been Tyler’s positive and light-hearted attitude that has
Tyler joined the Navy after finishing high school four years made his time in service and his time here an enjoyable memory
ago. Leaving home for the first time was tough, but he knew that for him to look back on.
joining the Navy was something he had to do since, at that time, “This deployment has been great. Every deployment I have
he felt there was nothing for him to pursue at home. been on with the Navy has been an experience. I figured, if you’re
“When you initially enlist you don’t know where you’re going going to go somewhere, if you’re going to get deployed you might
after boot camp, you don’t know people where you’re going, you as well make a difference wherever you’re going to go, and this is
just start over brand new and that was the hardest thing,” said a great place to make a difference if you’re willing to put in that
Tyler. effort. Everybody plays a part here and without this place we
Looking back, Tyler realizes that because of the things he has might be letting some bad people go that would turn around and
done in the Navy, there is nothing he can’t do now. According to hit us again,” said Tyler.
Tyler, the military has put him in the right mental state of mind For Tyler serving in the military, especially after the events of
where he knows that he’ll succeed. September 11, has helped him solidify his plans for the future and
Tyler says that college might have been a big deal for him com- has given him a sense of accomplishments for serving his country.
ing straight out of high school, but after serving in the Navy for
Good running requires proper "understanding"
Story and photo by still have some troopers out there run-
Army Sgt. Bob Mitchell ning in tennis shoes and in basketball
shoes, and that creates shin splints and
Like a football team with a great other lower leg injuries that we have to
ground game, the Army lives by the combat.”
run. In order to keep up with the phys- Navy Lt. Cmdr. Fred Schmitz is a
ical demands placed on troops today, a physical therapist at the U.S. Naval
soldier must be an effective runner, Hospital. He routinely deals with run-
and something that goes hand-in-hand ning injuries. He is a firm believer in
(or foot in shoe) with this activity is runners using “the right tool for the
correct footwear. right job.” “Proper shoes provide
With that in mind, JTF leadership shock absorption, support, and motion
and the Navy Exchange (NEX) man- control,” he said. “There is evidence
agement have teamed up to enhance that improved shoe wear and proper
running and runners’ physical condi- replacement can help relieve foot pain,
tion by bringing in professionals who shin splints, and knee pain. Proper
are highly skilled in the art of proper shoes can also correct biomechanical
footwear. Army Sgt. Karlos Padilla, J-1 Postal, takes a run on the track behind problems such as over-pronation.”
Two representatives from ASICS, the W. T. Sampson High School. Schmitz also feels strongly about
along with Bill Marx from HQ Navy runners carefully selecting footwear
Exchange, will be available from June 10- he said. “Their coming down and showing that meets their individual needs. “Run-
14 at the NEX. They will answer ques- how to get the right foot gear will pay off ners need to make certain shoes are com-
tions and offer advice on proper running enormous dividends in the future.” fortable in the toe box, arch, and heel, and
shoes. Proper education on conditioning, that they are neither too narrow or too
CSM George L. Nieves, JTF Command stretching and having the right footwear wide, or you will lose the benefits of a par-
Sergeant Major, was excited about the sig- may very well prevent a measurable per- ticular shoe’s design.”
nificance of the ASICS officials’ upcoming centage of lower leg injuries. Nieves If all goes according to plan, the JTF
visit. believes that the ASICS visit may be good will reap the benefits of this informative
“As you know, we do a lot of running preventive medicine. visit with many more high APFT scores
here, and without the proper foot gear, we “They will have advice on the good and and many less running-related injuries.
increase the number of lower leg injuries,” bad of proper foot care. Unfortunately we
Friday, June 6 2003 Page 7
Know your limits on land and water
JTF dental reminder
Story by Spc. Alan L. Knesek
industrial area, which includes the Ferry
Boating, hiking, and biking is a great Landing, the water treatment plant and the JTF servicemembers are reminded that
way to get up close and personal with the docks around Bulkeley Hall. Boaters they should not go to the Joint Aid Station
Guantanamo Bay area, but if you wander should not go within 300 yards of the for either dental sick-call, emergencies or
into a restricted zone, you might land your- shoreline in these areas. routine dental care. This is not a change to
self in handcuffs. “On Sherman Avenue, do not go beyond the JTF dental policy, but rather a reminder
According to Chief Petty Officer Travis the barricades on the northern end of the and clarification on what to do and where
Adams, Naval Station Security Force, serv- base unless you have official business to go.
ice members should familiarize themselves being there,” said Travis. Dental sick-call is Monday through Fri-
with boundary limits on the water and When venturing out on the Cuban coun- day, at 10:45 a.m. at the dental clinic, on
restricted areas on the base. tryside, stay on the marked trails. If a trail the second floor of the Navy Hospital.
The southern boundary on Guantanamo is not marked, a good rule of thumb is to If you brought dental records with you
Bay is an imaginary line from the light- make sure you don’t go beyond the ridge to Guantanamo, pick them up from your
house on Windward side to the hero beacon line, otherwise known as Hutia Highway, Joint Aid Station first and bring them to
on the Leeward side. This line sets the south of the golf course and Tierra Kay sick-call, but dental records are not
limit at which boats can travel outside of housing area. The area east of Kittery required to be seen.
the bay. At the northern boundary line, Beach road is also restricted. For a better Troops seen for dental sick-call will be
there are two buoys that establish the limit description of boundary lines on Guan- given further appointments based on their
and a couple hundred yards north of that tanamo Bay and the restricted areas on condition. Service members with dental
are two Marine Observation Posts (MOP land, see the pull-out map included in this emergencies should go to the clinic Mon-
20 and 21), one on either side of the bay. issue of the Wire. day through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30
Boaters should stay well south of the For more guidelines on outdoor recre- p.m. For dental emergencies after hours,
marker buoys. The third boundary, on the ation, please refer to COMNAVBASE Out- go to the emergency room at the hospital.
Guantanamo River, consists of a vehicle door Recreation and Wildlife Instruction The dental clinic is not equipped to provide
bridge. If you obey the sign on the bridge 1710.10H. You can also pick up a GTMO routine dental care such as cleanings, but if
that says, “Do not pass this point,” you’ll trail map at the Marina or call 3730 and ask you have a dental emergency or cavity
be okay. for Petty Officer 1st Class Drew Johnson restoration it will be taken care of.
Another area that is off-limits is the for more information.
Man on the Street
Compiled by Spc. Delaney Jackson
This week’s question:
What advice would you offer to new arrivals at JTF Guantanamo?
Spc. Joe Haught, Navy Petty Officer 2nd Army Pfc. Henry Spruill, Navy Petty Officer 3rd Army Pvt. Sidney Gafkjen,
A Co., 2-116th Inf. Class Clay Horn, 984th MP Co. Class Jennifer Grieve, 303rd MP Co.
MIUWU 212. JOC.
"cLoismtemna ntod ,y oturyr cthoa ins taoyf “Learn the schedules; “Remember that we're "Keep your head up, "Get a hobby, make
active in your free time, from the bus and the here to do a job and do don't let things get you friends with people out-
and drink plenty of water.” exchange schedules to it to the best of your down. Keep active; go side of your unit, set
the post office and gal- ability.” out, work out, and small achievable goals
ley. If possible take a for yourself and keep in
ride and explore the don't just sit in the contact with loved
base to learn your way house." ones."
around."
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Chaplain’s Corner
Worship Services
Catholic
By CH (LTC) Herb Heavner Command, or even the Department of the Main Chapel
JTF Guantanamo Army. That help came from the Almighty Daily 6:30 a.m. Mass
Cobre Chapel
Command Chaplain God.
Wed. 5 p.m. R.C.I.A.
Ultimately, whether facing new chal-
Cobre Chapel
Well, we really don't have a new kid on lenges or dealing with old problems we
Fri. 5 p.m. Rosary
the block. At least not like when you were must all realize the value of finding
Sat. 4:30 p.m. Confession
little and someone moved into the neigh- strength and support from a Source outside 5:30 p.m. Mass
borhood. When that happened there could of ourselves. We reach the point where we Sun. 9 a.m. Mass
be great joy or great lamenting. There was discover that even though we have "been 11 a.m. Mass
great joy if the new kid was friendly, and there and done that" in relation to adapting (Sanctuary B)
great lamenting if he or she was a bully, or to a new area, we still need help. No two Camp America
in some other way a pain to be around. scenarios are the same. God is the one Sun. 5 p.m. Mass
I don't believe we have to worry about constant that can provide a sense of direc- Wooden Chapel
the "lamenting" part of the equation when tion. He is the constant that can provide a
Protestant
reacting to the arrival of the 384th MP Bn., fixation point for our searching eyes, eyes
Main Chapel
from Indiana. They are a fine group of sol- that are searching for real answers to the
Mon. 7 p.m. Prayer Group
diers with a proven track record of success problems of loneliness and separation that
Fellowship*
in the Army Reserve. I personally enjoyed seem to be so much a part of mobilization.
Wed. 7 p.m. Men’s Bible
several visits to them and some of their Therefore, I would encourage you to do
Study*
subordinate units last year prior to our own at least two things. First of all, make sure 7 p.m. Spanish Group
mobilization. I think it is important to real- that you welcome our new colleagues. 390-Evan’s Pt
ize that they are new, and they could use all They need your help, support and encour- Thurs. 6:30 p.m. Home Group
of our help in adjusting to the new environ- agement as much as you needed the same Nob Hill 5B
ment here on the great island of Cuba. Do from our predecessors. Second of all, 7:15 p.m. Youth 7-12
Fellowship*
you remember when you first arrived? I make sure that you direct your own search-
Sun. 6:30 a.m. Praise and
sure do! I couldn't even begin to imagine ing eyes to the heart of the great Almighty.
Worship Servce
how I would ever fully adjust to life here, He is able to provide strength and stability
9:30 a.m. Sunday School
but I have - and I believe that much of the in the midst of change and uncertainty. I
11 a.m. Service/Sunday
success of that adjustment did not come can guarantee that our new friends will be School
automatically. It came as a result of learn- grateful. And I know that the Creator of 5 p.m. Bible Study*
ing from the team before us, and as a result the universe will be faithful to each one of * Fellowship Hall located in Chapel Complex
of assistance that I believe came from a our sincere acknowledgements of depend-
Camp America
resource much higher than U. S. Southern ence upon Him! Wed. 7 p.m. Service
Sun. 9 a.m. Seaside Galley
New chaplain arrives with the 384th
(Temporary location until further notice)
7 p.m. Service
Story by Spc. George Allen porting troops. I Wooden Chapel
knew the effec- Church of Jesus Christ of Latter
Chaplain (Capt.) Daniel Odean, 384th tiveness and Day Saints
Military Police Battalion, Fort Wayne, Ind., meaningfulness Sun. 9 a.m. Sanctuary A
is joining the JTF Guantanamo ministry of a chaplain,
Islamic
team. Odean’s denomination is Assembly and I felt that’s
Fri. 1 p.m. Classroom 12
of God and he is a chaplain for a federal a good way that
ChapelComplex
corrections facility. I could serve.”
This deployment is “exciting for me, it’s Odean urges Jewish
an excellent opportunity to be involved troops to “not Fri. 8 p.m. Fellowship
with not just MPs but with infantry, and the forget their Hall
Chaplain (Capt.) Daniel
different forces – Navy and Marines and spiritual needs,
Odean, 384th Military Police CampAmerica Church Bus schedule:
Air Force. It’s a pretty interesting opera- remain true to Battalion
Sun. 8 a.m. Windward Loop
tion,” said Odean. their faith, and
8:15 a.m. Tierra Kay
Odean explained why he was inspired to exercise that faith because it’s a vital part The bus will return immediately following
become a chaplain. “I was prior service of their well being and their strength, so worship.
enlisted, and I felt a leading of the Lord. I they can remain strong to perform their
felt like the military did a lot for me, so I mission in the most effective way possible.
wanted to still serve in the capacity of sup- So that’s why I’m here.”
Friday, June 6, 2003 Page 9
R & L
ECREATION EISURE
Infantry sow seeds, take
on “Mother Nature”
Camp Bulkeley Downtown Lyceum
Story and photo by
Spc. Jared Mulloy Fri., June 6 Fri., June 6
8 p.m. Twin Dragons 8 p.m. Daddy Day Care
“We’re just a bunch of
PG13 - 94 min R - 94 min
country boys getting
together to do something
10 p.m. Stripes 10 p.m. The Core
we enjoy,” stated Spc.
R - 101 min PG13 - 137 min
Jerry Andes and Spc.
Jonathan Clark of 2nd Pla-
toon, C Co., 2-116th
Sat., June 7 Sat., June 7
Infantry. Andes and Clark
8 p.m. Tomcats 8 p.m. Piglet’s Big Movie
are two of three soldiers
R - 95 min G - 75 min
that have started their own
garden in Camp America.
Spc. Jerry Andes (left) and Spc. Jonathan Clark of 2nd Pla- 10 p.m. The Ultimate 10 p.m. Basic
Spc. Adam Frye came toon, C Co. 2-116th Infantry inspect the plants in their garden. Weapon R - 99 min
up with the idea to plant a
R - 110 min
garden in Camp America two months several times, but the gardeners hope
ago while Clark, Andes, and Frye to have a piece of land set aside
Sun., June 8 Sun., June 8
were discussing gardening back before the plants outgrow their soda
8 p.m. The Talented Mr. 8 p.m. The Matrix
home, and how they could use a bottles. “When I was little, I grew my
Ripley Reloaded
relaxing hobby down here. The trio first watermelon in my Mother’s
R - 139 min R - 138 min
has been gardening in their spare time flower bed,” said Andes, who is an
ever since. Agricultural Major at Virginia Poly-
Mon., June 9 Mon., June 9
However, starting a garden in technic Institute and State University.
8 p.m. The Whole Nine 8 p.m. X2: X-men United
Camp America has proved to be an “It over took the flower bed and
Yards PG13- 120 min
ongoing battle for these three “Gar- crushed all the flowers. After a while
R - 99 min
dening Musketeers.” “We’ve had it grew halfway across my house!”
some banana rat problems,” said Currently this “Plant Posse” is
Tues., June 10 Tues., June 10
Clark. “They ate every plant in one of working on separating the plants so
8 p.m. Next Friday 8 p.m. A Man Apart
our early test gardens.” To keep ani- they won’t cross-pollinate. Accord-
R - 93 min R - 99 min
mals out, the Plant Nursery helped ing to Andes, the large variety of
their cause by supplying them with a plants, including green squash, yel-
Wed., June 11 Wed., June 11
fence that banana rats can’t climb. low squash, three different types of
8 p.m. The Watcher 8 p.m. Head Of State
In addition to dueling with banana watermelons, beets, tomatoes, hot
R - 93 min PG13 - 95 min
rats, the three have conquered Cuba’s peppers, cucumbers, and cantaloupe,
intense sunlight and heat by covering would taste very strange if they all
Thurs., June 12 Thurs., June 12
the garden with a camo-net. To simu- cross-pollinated.
8 p.m. Unforgiven 8 p.m. Basic
late watering cans they poked holes in If all goes well, the “Camp Crop”
R - 131 min R - 99 min
large plastic bottles. should be ripe enough for picking by
Getting seeds was also a bit of the middle of July. However, not all
work. The first set of seeds they pur- the plants will make the cut. To make
chased was from the NEX, but for sure they have a large enough crop, Hash House Harriers one-year celebration
some reason the seeds wouldn’t the three GI gardeners planted an over Saturday, June 7
sprout, so they made a plan to get abundance of watermelons and they The run begins at 3:45 p.m. at Evan's Point
some seeds from back in the States. would like to give them away to any The celebration party begins at 7 p.m. at the Sailing Center
In the meantime, they acquired seeds other “Environmental Entrepreneurs” This Hash Run and party will have a "tropical island"
from watermelons and tomatoes in on base. If you’d like a free water- theme with appropriate "tropical island" attire - leis will be
the Seaside Galley. The chow hall melon plant of your own, you can provided to all participants. Please call 3060 for more infor-
seeds were a success! contact one of these gardeners at mation.
The garden has also been moved 3161.
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N S
ATIONAL PORTS
On the Mark !!! Sports Highlights
What is the most coveted coaching
Summary by Spc. Mark Leone
position available in the NBA?
Empire Maker and Dynever appear to be Funny Cide’s strongest chal-
Sports commentary by lengers in the Belmont Stakes. Just who else will show up to try to spoil the
Spc. Mark Leone gelding’s Triple Crownbid? It’s likely the field Saturday will be smaller than
[email protected] last year, when 10 horses took on War Emblem in his attempt to sweep the
Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont. He finished eighth.
The Detroit Pistons feel so fortunate to get Larry Brown, they don’t even
care if the coach resumes his wandering ways before his five-year contract is
up. Brown was introduced as the Pistons’ coach Monday, replacing the fired
Rick Carlisle. The Pistons will be the 10th team for Brown during a career that
photo by Spc. Delaney Jackson
began in 1972 and has spanned the NBA, ABA and college. But he said his
As the coaching carousel in the National Basket- traveling days are over.
ball Association goes round and round, I ask you Curt Schilling has no regrets about destroying a camera used to evaluate
this one question: What is the most coveted coach- umpires, even though he was fined about $15,000 for doing so. The Arizona
ing position available in the NBA? Is it the Cleve- Diamondbacks ace smashed part of the QuesTec Umpire Evaluation System
land Cavaliers with the number one pick in this on May 24 during a home loss to the San Diego Padres and said umpires have
year’s draft? Is it the Houston Rockets with the 7’5” told him they are changing their strike zones to match the machine.
Yao Ming and Steve “Franchise” Francis? Is it the
Detroit Pistons, who have posted back-to-back 50- Sports highlights compiled from Yahoo! News.com., Boston.com, NHL.com and
win seasons and have the second pick in this year’s ESPN.com.
draft?
Head to head ...
Larry Brown thinks it’s the Detroit Pistons, as he
agreed to a five year contract worth $25 million.
What is the best NBA head coach opening?
Brown will inherit a team that has the number two
pick in the June 26 draft and likely will select Darko
Milicic to complement a young nucleus of Richard
Hamiliton, Chauncey Billups, Ben Wallace and Sgt. 1st Class Sgt. Mitchell
rookies Mehmet Okur and Tayshaun Prince. Brown J. Jernigan The Wire Sports
can handle young players and help mold them as he JDOG Editor
did with Allen Iverson in Philadelphia.
The Houston Rockets feature two of the best
players in the league but just missed out on the eigth
seed in the Western Conference playoffs. What
coach wouldn’t want the opportunity to build around
Steve Francis and Yao Ming? The most desirable coaching job in Obviously Staff Sgt. Jernigan is
This team has the best chance at competing for a the National Basketball Association is about as misguided as an Iraqi infor-
championship and all it needs is a coach to guide it. the Detroit Pistons. They are a team mation minister. Only the most des-
Paul Silas heading to Cleveland is a perfect fit for that has won their division and has perate coach would take the job in
Lebron’s development, because you need a coach had two 50-win seasons in a row. Detroit. Houston is the place to be if
who can ease the transition period for the kid as well They had one of the most dominating you want an NBA head-coaching job
as keep the other players on their toes. Silas is fair defenses in the league last year and with promise. Yao Ming is a dynasty
but a no-nonsense type. He will not accept anything their team had great chemistry also. in the making. He also has a good
less than a great effort, and he knows what it takes The only piece of the puzzle they are supporting cast that will improve with
to win while making you feel good about yourself. missing is another power forward to him. Plus Yao has the one thing you
I guess you really can’t say what the best coach- go along with Ben Wallace. He needs can’t teach a player: HEIGHT. The
ing job in the NBA would be because it’s all about to be able to score and grab a couple Rockets also have two players, Cut-
the best fit for the best coach. All jobs have their boards. That alone will get them over tino Mobley and Steve Francis, who
upside, but in sports it’s all about winning the cham- the hump and help them win a cham- average over 20 points a game.
pionship and the first coach to do that will have the pionship. Coaching the Pistons would have
upper hand on an argument of who has the best about as much promise as being a fur-
NBA coaching job. nace salesman at Guantanamo Bay.