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THIS WEEK ‘
LTC DANIEL YOUNG
HOST NATION DIRECTOR PROMOTED 3
MEMORIAL DAY TOGETHER, AMERICAN LEGION POST 44 COMMANDER DAN FARNHAM,
LEFT, AND ISLAND MEMORIAL CHAPEL CH. BRIAN CONNER HOLD THE
HONOR AND CELEBRATION 4 URN OF U.S. MILITARY VETERAN STEPHEN PRYTYKA, WHOSE ASHES
WERE SCATTERED DURING THE U.S. ARMY GARRISON-KWAJALEIN
SONG FOR SPACE ATOLL MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY MAY 31.
USN HYMN VERSE SIGNALS FUTURE 6 JESSICA DAMBRUCH
CELEBRATE JUNE
WITH THE
ARMY FAMILY
SAFETY MONTH DOD PRIDE MONTH THE 246TH ARMY BIRTHDAY
THE KWAJALEIN HOURGLASS
The Kwajalein Hourglass is named for the insignia of Contents of the Hourglass are not necessarily official Garrison Commander..........................Col. Jeremy Bartel
the U.S. Army's 7th Infantry Division, which liberated views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, De- Garrison CSM.............................Sgt. Maj. Ismael Ortega
the island from the forces of Imperial Japan on Feb. partment of Defense, Department of the Army or US- Public Affairs Officer....................................Mike Brantley
4, 1944. The Kwajalein Hourglass is an authorized AG-KA. It is published Saturdays in accordance with Communications Manager............................Randall Hisle
publication for military personnel, federal employees, Army Regulation 360-1. Editor............................................Jessica “JD” Dambruch
contractor workers and their families assigned to U.S. Phone: Defense Switching Network 254-5169
Army Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll. Local phone: 5-5169
Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 2 The Kwajalein Hourglass
USAG-KA NEWS
USAG-KA HOST NATION DIRECTOR PROMOTED TO LIEUTENANT COLONEL
Presenting Lt. Col. Daniel Young, newly promoted June 2. The USAG-KA Host Nation director has served on Kwajalein for two years.
U.S. Army Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll congratulates
Lt. Col. Daniel Young, USAG-KA Host Nation
director, on his promotion in a ceremony at US-
AG-KA command headquarters June 2. Joining
Young and his wife, Kay Hong, were active duty
military personnel, friends and Department of
the Army Civilian employees.
Young began his tour on USAG-KA in July
2019. Since that time, Young has worked as a
military steward, supporting the mutually ben-
eficial partnership between the United States
and Republic of the Marshall Islands under the
Compact of Free Association. Together with
the RMI Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Liaison Office, Young has facilitated numerous
opportunities and Army programs to assist RMI
citizens and Marshallese civic activities, includ-
ing classroom donations from the Kwajalein
School System to Ebeye public schools and the
current RMI repatriation program.
At USAG-KA, Young has also shared his expe-
rience as a military officer with Kwajalein’s stu-
dents at Kwajalein School System career fairs to
help them pursue their future aspirations and
career goals.
1 Young, who felt the calling to military service
while pursuing graduate-level studies, thanked
everyone in attendance and specially recognized
Kay for enduring numerous moves to new duty
stations throughout the course of their Army
career. The Youngs will complete their tour on
Kwajalein and travel to a new posting later this
summer.
1) Kay Hong, right, pins a new rank insignia to
Young’s cover. 2) Young, left, is congratulated by
USAG-KA Contract Price/Cost Analyst Kristopher
Bryant following the ceremony.
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U.S. ARMY PHOTOS BY JESSICA DAMBRUCH
Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 3 The Kwajalein Hourglass
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1) Lt. j.g. Mia McClain, Officer In 3) Jee Taylor, left, and Alberto Pan-
Charge, Naval Mobile Construc- dya try out the jumbo-sized MWR
tion Battalion 4, Detail Mar- Jenga set. 3) Sgt. 1st Class Jona-
shall Islands, presides over the than Debates participates in the
2021 U.S. Army Garrison-Kwa- kickball tournament. 5) Communi-
jalein Atoll Memorial Day cer- ty members bow their heads in a 5
emony. 2) DJ Neil Dye provides moment of silence to honor the ul-
tunes and announces during the timate sacrifice made by members
kickball tournament. of the U.S. armed forces. U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY JESSICA DAMBRUCH
Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 4 The Kwajalein Hourglass
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U.S. ARMY PHOTOS BY JESSICA DAMBRUCH
1) Members of Naval Mo- are amazed: Jeffrey Sat-
bile Construction Battalion terfield, center left, Ran-
4, Detail Marshall Islands, dal Navarre, center, and
swept the Adult Pool Can- Robert Lehman, right, de-
nonball competition. Pic- cide whether to give this
tured here, all competitors mid-air cannon-baller top
make a leap for the deep marks for managing to
end. 2) Charles Goodson, pose for the camera before
left, and Bruce Wynne, the big splash. 4) Members
give the MWR Fitness of the winning team for
Challenge two thumbs up. the kickball tournament,
The duo formed a team YDB, pose for a photo. 5)
to compete in the multi- MWR fitness instructor
stage competition early Allena Childress and Kwaj
on May 31, completing residents are ready to rock
a swim, run, sit-ups and during a Zumba fitness
push-ups. 3) The judges hour at Brandon Field.
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Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 5 The Kwajalein Hourglass
THIS WEEK IN
KWAJALEIN HOURGLASS HISTORY
SERVICE SONG FOR SPACE OPERATIONS
future of space operations,
Cmdr. Joseph Volonte of the
When it comes to outer space, Pacific Missile Range pro-
it appears that the Navy was posed a new verse for the
ahead of its time. This 1961 Navy hymn, “Eternal Father,
Kwajalein Hourglass article Strong to Save,” acknowledg-
shares today’s publication ing “those who soar through
date—June 6—when the ar- outer space.”
ticle would have been a hot Today, U.S. Space Force
topic amongst the island’s Guardians serve with Sailors,
personnel. Airmen, Soldiers and Ma-
In 1961, as Americans rines. As the DOD continues
looked to the stars and De- to explore space operations,
partment of Defense pro- perhaps it is an opportune
grams began to consider the time to revisit Volonte’s verse.
Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 6 The Kwajalein Hourglass
Wet Season Brings GREATER Risk of Lightning
By Sean Stelten and Tyler Bodnar
Are you prepared to stay safe as you live
and play on Kwajalein? Weather on the
atoll can rapidly change during the summer
months. In this June 17, 2017 Kwajalein
Hourglass article, RTS Weather meteorolo-
gists Sean Stelten and Tyler Bodnar provide
safety tips and some useful know-how to
understand storms on Kwajalein.
Summer quickly approaches this little
rock we call home. As the first months
of 2021 fly by, the heart of the rainy
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season is fast approaching, as well as a
higher likelihood of thunderstorms de-
scending on Kwajalein Atoll.
Thunder and Lightning
A thunderstorm is officially reported
only if thunder can be heard on island.
Whether you’re enjoying some time at
the beach or refueling the Metro for a
flight up to Roi-Namur, it is essential
to keep an eye on the weather and take
precautions before threatening weath-
er arrives, not once it’s overhead.
Lightning occurs when there is an
imbalance in electrical charge between
the clouds and the ground, two differ-
ent clouds, or the cloud and the sur-
rounding air.
To get this imbalance, showers and
storms need to be strong and long-last-
ing enough to build up a significant
imbalance. Because of this, lightning
is more likely to occur during the wet
season, when strong and long-lasting
showers are more common.
On average, there are 49 lightning
related fatalities and hundreds of inju- 2
ries each year in the mainland United
States. Nearly all of these are caused
by people being unaware of the cur- 1) A storm map from June 2017 shows lightning strikes in and around Kwajalein Atoll. 2)
rent weather conditions and not tak- One of the many weather balloons launched daily from RTS Weather to tabulate atmo-
ing proper shelter. A surprising aspect spheric conditions miles overhead is filled at the RTS Weather Station prior to launch.
of these fatalities is that most of them
do not occur when the storm is directly thunderstorm days. ter is your only option for protection
overhead. They occur as the thunder- Remember, RTS Weather will issue during a lightning storm. If a lightning
storm is approaching and moving away. lightning warnings if a cell within 15 warning is issued, or especially if you
The main factor here is many people nautical miles of Kwajalein or Roi- hear thunder, move as quickly and
don’t know that lightning can and of- Namur shows potential for lightning, safely as you can to an enclosed build-
ten does travel up to 10 to 15 miles away or if a lightning strike is recorded ing. Do not take cover in open air shel-
from the parent thunderstorm. within 15 nautical miles. Data from the ters or pavilions like those at Emon
RTS Weather warns for storms with KPOL weather radar and the daily syn- Beach and near many of the BQs.
lightning potential that are within 15 optic sounding, or weather balloon, are Despite it often being regarded as
miles of Kwajalein and Roi-Namur; used to determine if individual showers common knowledge, crouching down
however, the world record for the lon- show any potential for lightning. Actu- should never be used as a last resort.
gest lightning bolt was recorded in al strikes are detected using a network Crouching actually provides zero
2018—440 miles in Brazil--or the dis- of four sensors located around the atoll. extra protection during a lightning
tance between Washington, D.C. and Accompanying heat, light, and elec- storm, especially on flat and remote
Boston. For a local reference, that tricity, lightning also emits an electro- Pacific islands. Finding a well-built
length is a little bit farther than the dis- magnetic signal. The signal falls within and enclosed shelter is the only way to
tance between Kwajalein and Kosrae, in radio frequency range and can be heard protect yourself. If you happen to be
the Federated States of Micronesia. within white noise on AM radio. fishing or diving in the lagoon, try to
Kwajalein typically sees 11 thunder- Each of the four sensors detect this return to land as quickly and safely as
storm days per year, with most thun- signal, which then triangulate the loca- possible. Boaters should also contact
derstorms seen during June through tion of the strike. If either of these oc- the marina for advice on further re-
November. Based on RTS Weather and curs, a notification crawler will be put quired actions.
the National Oceanic and Atmospheric up on the AFN weather channel (20.1), As the National Weather Service
Administration records, there is about as well as on the RTS Weather website states, “When thunder roars, go in-
one thunderstorm day each month (rts-wx.com). doors.” Hearing thunder indicates it is
during this time period, except Septem- time to seek shelter. Don’t become just
ber and October—approximately two Weather Safety another statistic waiting for lightning
thunderstorm days. In that time period What should you do if you get caught to strike or a storm to gather overhead
during 2020, RTS Weather recorded 11 outside while a dangerous thunder- before taking cover. The first lightning
thunderstorms occurring within the 13 storm is approaching? Seeking shel- strike can be your last.
Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 7 The Kwajalein Hourglass
U.S. SPACE AND MISSILE DEFENSE COMMAND HISTORY
In June 1961, the Nike-Zeus system was
installed on Kwajalein Missile Range.
The system was comprised of four
launch cells, battery control equip-
ment, seven radars and a target inter-
cept computer.
The system’s target tracking radars
used a clutter fence—a device used to
prevent reflections from objects near to
the receiver—to block signals reflecting
off nearby facilities. Clutter fences may
also serve to protect ground crews from
a sensor’s microwave signal.
Over the years, equipment and tech-
nology used to support the KMR mis-
sion has changed, as have the mod-
ern-day names of many facilities.
Given Kwajalein’s proximity to
sea-level and Zeus stored in silos, the
Army built up the launcher complex—
called Mount Olympus, and today
called Telemetry Hill—to be able to use
the production-type silos while still be-
ing above the waterline. The Nike-Zeus
launcher complex, visible in an early
1960s USASMDC photo on the follow- In this July 20, 1963 USASMDC photo, the raised radome of the Zeus Discrimination
ing page, shows how Kwajalein’s low el- Radar is visible in the center of reflective rings of clutter fencing. The metal tunnel
evation posed a challenge for its earliest running between the ZDR building and the outermost fencing provided protected ac-
engineers. cess to the radar during operations. Missile-tracking radars are visible in the far-dis-
Throughout June 1961, the Kwajalein tant background.
Hourglass reported on the facility’s con-
struction progress and promoted a June
18 open house and “Camerama”—a spe-
cial open house for photographers—for
those interested in photographing the
complex, on June 25, 1961.
In July 1964, KMR was transferred
from the U.S. Navy to the NIKE-X Proj-
ect Office.
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1) Missiles in the Nike family. From left, MIM-3 Nike-Ajax, MIM-14 Nike-Hercules and LIM-49 Nike-Zeus.
2) A June 6, 1961 Kwajalein Hourglass advertisement invites personnel to a June 18 Nike-Zeus Open House, and a June 25
“Camerama” event for photographers to visit the site and snap commemorative photos.
Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 8 The Kwajalein Hourglass
In this vintage Kwajalein pho- to taken during the Zeus-era, Mount Olympus is visible at the island’s western edge. The Battery Control is located left of Mount Olympus. The Zeus Discrimination Radar is just to the left of the runway—a small square within two concentric circles. Above the ZDR are two Target Tracking Radars, under construction at the time of this photo. The two large circles at the opposite end of the runway are the Zeus Acquisition Radar’s transmitter and receiver. In the early 1960s, Mount Olympus was located on what was the far southwestern end of the island. The location of the road and ocean in the background suggest the photographer faced west. Today, Kwajalein is backfilled, and the area of ocean visible in the photo is now part of an extended shoreline and dry land. Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 9 The Kwajalein Hourglass
CLASSIFIEDS
HOURS OF OPERATION next six months, contact Kwajalein
The George Seitz Elementary Veterinary Services at 5-2017 to
School Office will be open Tues- ensure your pet is up to date on an-
day through Saturday from 8 a.m. nual diagnostics and vaccinations.
to 4 p.m. and closed during lunch For more, email the Kwajalein vet
until August. The Kwajalein High tech at kwajaleinveterinaryclinic@
School office will be closed un- internationalsosgs.us.
The community wants to hear from you. Email announcements and
til Aug. 6. Call 5-3601 or email
advertisements to kwajaleinhourglass@dyn-intl.com Wednesday by Electric bikes are not allowed on
uhrenp@kwajaleinschool.com with
close of business. Ads received after deadline will be published in school questions. the garrison per USAG-KA Reg-
the next issue of the Kwajalein Hourglass. ulation 56-4. You are authorized
The Bargain Bazaar will be closed use of the bike on USAG-KA If you
disconnect the motor. For more
for structural repairs until further
HELP WANTED RGNext, LLC seeks qualified can- information, contact the PMO at
notice. We are sorry for the incon-
To research and apply for govern- 5-3530.
didates to fill several open posi- venience. June 7 Boy Scout pick-
ment employment opportunities on tions on Kwaj and Roi in engineer- up from 3- 6 p.m. will continue as Kwajalein Drug Take Back Pro-
U.S. Army Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll ing, technical and other areas. For planned. gram. Safely discard expired mate-
and worldwide, visit usajobs.gov. more information and to apply, go rials during business hours at the
Done hiring? Write to kwajalein. to www.rgnext.com. Self Help is located in Bldg. 1791. Kwajalein Hospital Pharmacy and
hourglass@dyn-intl.com to remove Hours of operation are Monday, the 24-hour collection bin at the
your help wanted listing. Amentum seeks qualified candi- Wednesday and Friday - 9:30 a.m. Kwajalein Police Department, Bldg.
dates for various positions. Current - 6 p.m. Visit Self Help to pick up 803. Collection items include over-
Truestone, an AKIMA company, open positions on USAG-KA in- tools to complete a number of the-counter drugs; pills, tablets
seeks a telephone operator. For clude administrative services, data household maintenance and up- and capsules; ointments; creams;
more information about this posi- analysts, education services, avi- keep projects. lotions; powders and no more than
tion and to apply, please click the ation and airfield operations, ma- 4 oz. liquid medicines.
URL below to visit https://akima.ta- rine operations and public works, Kwajalein Furniture Warehouse.
leo.net/careersection/akimallc_cs/ among others. To apply, contact To schedule deliveries and pick- TRAINING
jobdetail.ftl?job=TRU01055&tz=G- your local HR representative. ups of Family Housing or BQ furni- Building Manager Evacuation
MT-05%3A00&tzname=. Coordinator Training (Required
ture please call the Army Housing
USAG-KA Child and Youth Ser- for all managers by AR 420-1).
Office at 5-3450. Kwajalein training occurs on the
MIT Lincoln Laboratory seeks vices is hiring coaches. No expe-
a rising senior high school or col- rience necessary. All children of first and third Wednesdays of each
Small Boat Marina Summer month beginning at 10 a.m. in the
lege student to serve as an Office head coaches play for free. Visit
Central Registration or call 5-2158
2021 Hours of Operation are now Religious Education Building. Roi-
Assistant during the summer. Inter- through Oct. 31 from 8 a.m. – 6:30
ested applicants must have spon- in Building 356. Namur training occurs on the sec-
p.m. Questions? Call the Small ond Wednesday each month at
sorship and housing on Kwajalein
ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS Boat Marina at 5-3643. 9:30 a.m. at the C-building. Call
for the duration of the internship
The Kwajalein Golf Association 5-3364 to register.
(June-August 2021). Contact Tina
needs men, women and youths who NOTICES
Legere, MIT LL Site Administrator COUNSELING SERVICES
want to play golf. Golf on Kwaj is a Alcoholics Anonymous open
at 5-5105 or at tina.legere@ll.mit. Chapel Counseling Services.
fun way to stay fit, meet new peo- meetings are Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.
edu for more information. To apply, The IMC chaplains are available
ple and just have fun. Members of in the REB, room 213.
visit https://careers.ll.mit.edu/job/ the KGA can establish a handicap for appointments on Roi-Namur
Lexington-Summer-Office-Assis- that is valid in the United States. and Kwajalein. Contact the Chap-
Ongoing Smoking and Tobac-
tant-MA-02420/717698200/. KGA Membership costs $60. For el office at 5-3505 to schedule a
co Cessation. Please call EAP at
information about joining the KGA meeting. Discussions are kept pri-
Substitute teachers wanted. 5-5362 or make an appointment
contact Shelly Benkert (shellyben- vate. Confidentiality belongs with
Kwajalein School System seeks with a physician. the client.
kert@yahoo.com) or Mike Winks
student-centered adults available (winksme@gmail.com). Tobacco Use on USAG-KA.
from 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. to serve Counseling Available. Schedule
Smoking permitted only in desig-
as substitute teachers or teacher Wet and Wild Summer Sports an appointment with the Employ-
nated smoking areas. All smoking
aids. Contact Paul Uhren for more Fun for CYS Kids. Get ready to ee Assistance Program by calling
and cigarette butt receptacles must
information at uhrenp@kwaja- have some splashy fun in the sun. Mary Beth Dawicki at 5-5235 or
be at least 50 feet from entrance of
lein-school.com or 5-3601. CYS is planning summer sports fun emailing marybeth.dawicki@in-
facilities. USAG-KA Policy Memo-
for kids aged 2 to 5 years. Events ternationalsosgs.us. Information
randum 600-8 sets forth specific
USAG-KA Child and Youth Ser- shared in appointments is confi-
will take place June 9, 16, 23 and policies designed for the protec-
vices seeks a Lead Preschool dential. As an alternative to in-per-
30 from 5 – 5:30 p.m. Registration tion from the negative impact of
son meetings, phone consultation
Teacher. Send your resume to CYS costs $25. Contact Central Regis- tobacco use. Smoking cessation
or virtual meetings are available
Coordinator Dr. Stephanie Mc- tration with questions at 5-2158. programs are available. Contact
utilizing a HIPAA compliant plat-
Cutcheon at stephanie.mccutch- Mary Beth Dawicki at 5-5362 or
form. Call 5-5362 for more infor-
eon@dyn-intl.com. Prayer and Praise Night. June Marybeth.Dawicki@international-
mation.
6 at 7 p.m. in the Island Memorial sosgs.us.
USAG-KA CYS seeks a Sports Chapel main sanctuary. ENVIRONMENTAL NOTICES
and Fitness teacher. This position PCS’ing with a Pet. Depending
Recycle Safely. Please ensure
is unaccompanied. Requirements: on your final destination please
Family Movie Night. June 27 at 7 that all aluminum cans are sep-
Earned undergraduate degree in notify vet services to discuss travel
p.m. in the main sanctuary at the arated from household trash to
physical education, recreation or planning for your pet(s) during the
Island Memorial Chapel. Bring your prevent damage to the island incin-
related field with six months’ expe- recommended timeframes below:
friends, drinks, snacks and enjoy erator. Doing your part keeps our
CONUS, 45+ days prior to PCS;
rience in a sports program or two fresh popcorn provided by the IMC island clean. For more information
Honolulu and Guam, three to six
years in a similar program with in- as they watch “Small Group.” on where you can discard batter-
months prior to PCS; and other
dividual and team sports. Send re- ies and other specialized items,
countries, six months or more prior
sumes to stephanie.mccutcheon@ please contact DI Environmental at
Summer Softball Tournament. to PCS. If you plan to PCS in the
dyn-intl.com and apply online at 5-1134.
Team Registration is open until
WRSSrecruiting.com, requisition July 3. Tournament dates are July
ID: 2101305. 13 through Aug. 4. Teams require a
minimum of eight players. Only 16
Community Bank seeks a part-
time Banking Center Service Spe-
teams will be eligible to play. Cost
of registration is $50. Register and Kwajalein
Ukulele
cialist, or teller. Submit applications
pay participation fees in the Grace
and resumes to www.dodcommuni-
Sherwood Library, Bldg. 805.
tybank.com. Contact Rita Pyne at
Club
Questions, call 5-3331.
5-2152 for more information.
Nan Inc. seeks a qualified quality Tennis Tournament. Register by
control manager and site safety June 12 to participate in tourna-
and health officer. To apply, visit ments on June 13 and 14 at 5:30
www.nanhawaii.com and contact p.m. Registration fee is $5.
Clint Ueatari or Kevin Short at Register and pay participation fees
5-2632, 5-1260 or 5-2998. in the Grace Sherwood Library, The Kwajalein Ukulele Club is open to ukulele
Bldg. 805. Questions, call 5-3331. enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. Bring
Tribalco seeks experienced and your uke and join us for a strum-along each
highly motivated senior, mid- and Inner Tube Water Polo Tourna-
ment. Register by June 15 to play Friday in CRC room 6 from 6 – 7:30 pm.
junior network technicians to join
their team. Apply via http://www. in tournaments June 22 through 29.
tribalco.com/jobs.html. Cost of registration is $50. Space This club is free for everyone. Join the mail-
is limited. Register and pay partici- ing list to receive updates and sheet music:
pation fees in the Grace Sherwood
Library, Bldg. 805. Questions, call
kwajukeclub@gmail.com.
5-3331.
Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 10 The Kwajalein HourglassUSAG-KA DINING GUIDE
ISLAND DINING FACILITIES
CAPT. LOUIS. S. ZAMPERINI CAFETERIA - KWAJALEIN
TUESDAYS - SUNDAYS AND MONDAYS*
SATURDAYS* HOLIDAYS* 6 - 9 a.m.
5:30 - 8 a.m. 6:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 4:30 - 7 p.m.
4:30 - 7 p.m. 4:30 - 7 p.m.
*Families are welcome to dine at the Zamperini Cafeteria on Tues-
days, Thursdays, Sundays and Mondays.
Visit with representatives from the Republic of the Marshall Want to receive a daily copy of the menu? Contact Asia Williams
Islands Office of Commerce, Investment and Tourism and at asia.williams@dyn-intl.com to be added to the weekly emailed
Miss Marshall Islands in downtown Kwajalein and at the Roi- menu.
Namur AAFES to learn more about opportunities to visit Ma-
juro, Alinglaplap, Likiep and other atolls. CAFE ROI - ROI-NAMUR
TUESDAYS - SUNDAYS AND MONDAYS
Downtown Kwajalein SATURDAYS
5:30 - 8 a.m.
HOLIDAYS
7 - 9 a.m.
6 - 8:30 a.m.
10:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 5, from 3 – 6 p.m. 10:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 10:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 5 - 6:45 p.m.
5 - 6:45 p.m. 5 - 6:45 p.m.
Monday, June 8, from 1 – 6 p.m.
Roi AAFES DINING DOWNTOWN
Tuesday, 9 June 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
SUNRISE BAKERY SUNRISE BAKERY
PIZZA KITCHEN
For more information, contact the USAG-KA Host Nation
Tues - Thursday Friday, Saturday and Sunday,
Office at 5-5325 or the RMI Liaison Office at 5-3600. 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. 5 - 9 p.m.
Monday, 5 - 9 p.m.
Don’t forget about the late-night menu of rotating specials at the
Roi-Namur Outrigger Club and Ocean View Club.
For more information, please see the “Bars and Clubs” page.
AAFES - KWAJALEIN DINING LOCATIONS
AMERICAN EATERY ANTHONY’S PIZZA
Located at the Kwajalein Dock Located at the AAFES Food Court
Security Checkpoint
Sunday – closed Sunday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Monday – closed Monday - Friday,
Tuesday – Saturday, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
CLICK THE LINK TO CHECK OUT THE LATEST 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
SAFETY VIDEO FROM THE BURGER KING SUBWAY
Located at the AAFES Food Court Located at the AAFES Food Court
KWAJALEIN FIRE PREVENTION OFFICE Sunday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Monday – Friday, Tuesday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Wednesday, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Finished reading caution:
those library books? seabees at work
Please return books and DVDs to the It’s been three years since Kwajalein residents watched
movies at the Richardson Theater. Now, with expertise
Grace Sherwood Library so other from U.S. Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 4, Detail
patrons can enjoy them. Marshall Islands, U.S. Army Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll is
happy to report that construction on a new Rich is under-
way.
Visit the Grace Sherwood Library NMCB 4 will continue work at the theater foundation
from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Please
during business hours to learn more adhere to the caution tape and safety barriers around the
about upcoming library activities. site and keep the area clear.
Special thanks to NMCB 4 for rebuilding a Kwajalein com-
munity landmark. Please contact Deirdre Wyatt-Pope at
For information, call 5-3331. 5-1442 with any questions.
Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 11 The Kwajalein Hourglasssoon find themselves in the path
of an enraged Godzilla as he cuts THINK BEFORE YOU DRINK
a swath of destruction across the
globe. The initial confrontation
between the two titans—instigat-
ed by unseen forces—is only the The Kwajalein community is small,
beginning of the mystery that lies but a multitude of activities and
deep within the core of the planet. possible friendships are available
1 on this beautiful island. If consum-
Monday, June 7 ing alcohol at gatherings becomes
“Bad Boys for Life” the easiest way to bridge your social
(R) 124 min. alliances, it may be time to reassess
Will Smith, Martin Lawrence your island lifestyle.
It is easy to use drinking as a cop-
KWAJALEIN The wife and son of a Mexican
drug lord embark on a vengeful
quest to kill all those involved in
ing skill to de-stress or manage oth-
er mental health-related concerns.
AT THE his trial and imprisonment—in-
cluding Miami Detective Mike
If you are a social drinker, be espe-
cially warned: Binge drinking is the
MOVIES Lowrey. When Mike gets wound-
ed, he teams up with partner
most common, costly and deadly
pattern of excessive alcohol use in
the United States. The Centers for
Marcus Burnett and AMMO—a
special tactical squad—to bring Disease Control warn against epi-
the culprits to justice. But the old- sodes of binge drinking to prevent
school, wisecracking cops must both short and long-term health
soon learn to get along with their consequences.
new elite counterparts if they are For women, binge drinking is con-
Unless otherwise indicated, all mov- sidered the consumption of more
ies begin at 7:30 p.m. Contact MWR at to take down the vicious cartel
that threatens their lives. than four drinks within two hours.
5-3331 for more information. Show- Despite myths of greater alcohol tol-
times may vary for special “Movies erance, for men, the total drinks is
Under the Stars” events.
ROI - C-BUILDING five.
Don’t let alcohol become your
Saturday, June 5 habit. It has the power to lower your
KWAJALEIN - “Thor: Ragnarok” inhibitions and leave you vulnera-
YUK THEATER (PG-13) 131 min. ble to personal shame and regret.
Drinking can irreparably damage
Chris Hemsworth, Tessa Thompson
Saturday, June 5 Imprisoned on the other side of health, friendships and complicate
“Dora and the Lost City of Gold” the universe, the mighty Thor future relationships.
(PG) 102 min. finds himself in a deadly gladiato- If drinking is a personal health
Isabela Merced, Eva Longoria rial contest that pits him against concern, before the next social gath-
Having spent most of her life ex- the Hulk, his former ally and fel- ering develop a plan to limit your
ploring the jungle, nothing could low Avenger. Thor’s quest for sur- intake. If necessary, connect with
prepare Dora for her most dan- vival leads him in a race against a friend to help you maintain ac-
gerous adventure yet: high school. time to prevent the all-powerful countability so you can both enjoy
Accompanied by a ragtag group of Hela from destroying his home the next party safely.
teens and Boots the monkey, Dora world and the Asgardian civiliza- Remember—Kwajalein is a beau-
embarks on a quest to save her tion. tiful place, and many activities are
parents while trying to solve the best enjoyed mindfully. You can in-
seemingly impossible mystery be- Sunday, 6 June tentionally schedule activities for
hind a lost Incan civilization. “Boogie” the day following a party to motivate
(R) 90 min. you to limit your alcohol consump-
Sunday, June 6 Pop Smoke, Eddie Huang tion. It’s difficult to get full enjoy-
“Godzilla Vs. Kong” Alfred “Boogie” Chin, a basketball ment out of a new day while manag-
(PG-13) 113 min. phenom living in Queens, N.Y., ing a hangover and missing out on
Millie Bobby Brown, dreams of one day playing in the a dive.
Alexander Skarsgård NBA. While his parents pressure Seek honest, real friendships cen-
Kong and his protectors under- him to focus on earning a schol- tered around activities that provide
take a perilous journey to find arship to an elite college, Boogie you with positive mental and physi-
his true home. Along for the ride must find a way to navigate a new cal health benefits. It can take time,
is Jia, an orphaned girl who has a girlfriend, high school, on-court but it’s worth it.
unique and powerful bond with rivals and the burden of expecta-
the mighty beast. However, they tion. For help and more information, con-
tact Employee Assistance Program
Counselor Mary Beth Dawicki at
5-5362.
USE ARMA, HELP USAG-KA REPORT MAINTENANCE ISSUES
All routine service order requests for IMPORTANT
bachelor quarters and Army Fami- To report emergency service order re-
ly Housing are to be reported through quests, call 5-3550.
ArMA. Reporting jobs using ArMA pro- Examples:
vides residents with the ability to send 1. major water leaks
pictures and have permanent records of 2. loss of all AC
their issues 3. no operational toilets
4. Inoperable appliances, plumbing,
Register for your account and submit tickets smoke detectors or door locks.
at https://www.armymaintenance.com
For ArMA questions, contact Scott Hill at 5-0133 or michael.s.hill86.civ@mail.mil
Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 12 The Kwajalein HourglassUSAG-KA SAFETY RULES FOR MINORS
AGE OF 0-5 6-9 10-11 12-13 14-15 16-18
CHILD
NO, (CHILDREN YES, NO LONGER YES, NO LONGER YES, UP TO 6 YES, ACCESS TO
UNDER 10 WILL THAN 2 HOURS, THAN 4 HOURS, HOURS, ACCESS
MAY BE NO
NOT BE UNSU- WITH READILY
AN ADULT VIA
WITH READILY TO AN ADULT VIA TELEPHONE IN
LEFT HOME PERVISED) ACCESSIBLE ACCESSIBLE TELEPHONE IN CASE OF EMER-
ALONE ADULT SUPER- ADULT SUPER- CASE OF EMER- GENCY (NOTE 2)
VISOR (NOTES VISOR (NOTES GENCY (NOTE 2)
2,3,4) 2,3,4)
MAY BE NO NO NO NO NO YES, ACCESS TO
AN ADULT VIA
LEFT PHONE IN CASE
ALONE OF EMERGENCY
OVERNIGHT (NOTE 6)
MAY BE YES, MUST HAVE YES, MUST HAVE YES, for up to 6 YES YES
IMMEDIATE AC- IMMEDIATE AC- hours, with readily
LEFT UN- NO
CESS TO ADULT CESS TO ADULT accessible adult
ATTENDED SUPERVISION SUPERVISION supervision
OUTSIDE (NOTES 2,3) (NOTES 1.2,3, 4)
RESIDENCE
PLAYING
TRAVEL TO YES, AGE 6-7
SOUTH OF 7TH
SCHOOL NO
ST.;
YES YES YES YES
AND AGE 8-9 SOUTH
SCHOOL OF 9TH ST.
ACTIVITIES
MAY
YES, NO LONGER YES, NO LONGER YES, (NOTES
BABYSIT NO NO NO
THAN 8 HOURS 1-3, 7)
THAN 6 HOURS
SIBLINGS (NOT OVER- (NO OVERNIGHT)
NIGHT) (NOTES 1-7)
MAY YES, UP TO 6 YES, UP TO 8 YES, (NOTES
HOURS, ACCESS HOURS BUT NOT 1-3, 7)
BABYSIT NO NO NO
TO ADULT (NOTES OVERNIGHT,
OTHERS 1-7) NON SIB- NOTES 1-7) NON
LINGS OVER AGE SIBLINGS OVER
2 ONLY AGE 2 ONLY
Note 1: Parents must make an informed choice Note 1: Parents must make an informed choice
regarding weather, potential hazards or amount of regarding weather, potential hazards or amount of
time. time.
Note 2: Parents are responsible for assessing the Note 2: Parents are responsible for assessing the in-
individual capabilities of their children. (Can your dividual capabilities of their children. (Can your child
child solve problems alone? solve problems alone?
Note 3: Adult supervision is defined as “someone Note 3: Adult supervision is defined as “someone
who has or assumes responsibility for a child (par- who has or assumes responsibility for a child (parent,
ent, guardian, care provider, friend). guardian, care provider, friend).
Note 4: Ready access is defined as “at a minimum, Note 4: Ready access is defined as “at a minimum,
phone access and phone number of each person phone access and phone number of each person des-
designated as an adult supervisor.” ignated as an adult supervisor.”
Note 6: Home-alone training by ACS, CYS or other Note 6: Home-alone training by ACS, CYS or other
sources is strongly recommended. sources is strongly recommended.
QUESTIONS? CONTACT THE USAG-KA PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER AT 5-4848.
Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 13 The Kwajalein HourglassE-WARENESS
E-wareness New Quarantine Biweekly ATI Flights
Delivery Schedule Resume June 8
Effective Monday, June 14, the deliv-
The 2020 Water Quality Report is now ery drop-off schedule for quarantine
available to all USAKA residents goods has changed. Additional flights are for cargo
with important information about movement. What does this mean for
drinking water at USAG-KA. On The new time for PX drop-offs is 2 p.m. the Kwaj Community?
Kwajalein and Roi-Namur, copies on Mondays. There is no change to the
of the report are available at the Thursday Surfway delivery schedule.
following locations: • Incoming passengers remain the
If you would like to send a care pack- same
• Post offices age or goods to a recipient in quaran- • Outbound passengers will have
• Libraries tine, please do the following: more opportunities to depart
• Air terminals • Travel remains official for duty
• Dock Security Check Points • Package your goods securely only and the RMI travel ban is
• Label goods with the name of the still in effect
2020 Water Quality Report ebojak recipient
non aolep armij ro ilo USAKA • Bring goods to the delivery team Please continue to have patience
lale ej kwalok kin melele ko rau- waiting at the PX and Surfway while we receive the latest guidance
rok kin dren in idrak eo ion US- drop-off sites no later than 15
AG-KA. Ebojak ilo Kwajalein im
processed from ATI and AMC.
minutes before scheduled depar-
Roi-Namur:
ture times
• Post Offices
• Libraries
• Air Terminals For more information, contact Amen-
• Dock Security Check Points tum-DI Operations Manager Randal
Navarre at 5-0773.
Join the celebration June 14
You are invited to celebrate the Army birthday on U.S. Army Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll.
A ceremonial cake cutting will take place during lunch at the Zamperini Dining Facility
June 14 at 11:30 a.m. Regular meal rates for diners still apply. For more information, con-
tact the USAG-KA Public Affairs Office at 5-4848.
Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 14 The Kwajalein HourglassWhere to make a SAFE SUMMER splash
Check out the maps to become reacquainted with the safe swim zones around Kwajalein and Roi-Namur.
Forward any questions to USAG-KA Safety at 5-1442 or FMWR at 5-3400.
KWAJALEIN ROI-NAMUR
The highlighted areas are the only unrestricted swim- The highlighted areas are the only unrestricted swim-
ming areas at Kwajalein: Coral Sands, Camp Hamil- ming areas at Roi-Namur (Areas 1, 2, 3, 6, 12 and 13).
ton, Emon Beach and North Point. A flotation device A flotation device is recommended 100 feet from shore
is recommended 100 feet from shore and required for and required for distances of more than 300 feet from
distances of more than 300 feet from shore. The buddy shore. The buddy system or shore watch is required.
system or shore watch is required.
USAG-KA WEATHER WATCH
SATURDAY: Partly sunny with
slight chance of morning
Kwajalein currently finds it- showers becoming isolated
self in kind of a limbo pat- showers. NE-E at 9-14 knots.
tern where the subtropical Higher gusts associated with
ridge that typically brings dry morning showers
weather and higher winds is
not quite strong enough to SUNDAY: Mostly to partly sun-
completely hold off the Inter- ny with isolated showers.
tropical Convergence Zone, NE-E at 10-15 with occasional
which brings rainy weather. higher gusts.
Offshoots from convection
within the ITCZ is expected MONDAY: Mostly cloudy to
to develop isolated to widely partly sunny with isolated
scattered showers during the to widely scattered showers.
morning hours of the week- NE-E at 8-13 knots with higher
end. gusts near showers.
Isolated showers are likely to
continue into the beginning of NEXT WEEK: Above average pre-
next week until a central Pacif- cipitation, particularly from
ic low-pressure system dimin- the middle of the week into
ishes the subtropical ridge,
thus allowing the ITCZ into
the weekend. Waves of scat-
tered showers possible with
Click the logo to visit
the area during the middle of the intrusion of the ITCZ in RTS Weather online.
the week. This likely means the area. Winds will vary from
waves of scattered showers NE-SE dependent on ITCZ lo-
over the atoll through the end cation in the region.
of next week.
!
SHARK
SHARKS SEEK SHOPPERS.
The Mic Shop has a new selection of gift items ready
for sale. Check out new and assorted hammerhead
shark carvings, spirit masks, stick charts, books, wal-
lets and much more. Proceeds from Mic Shop sales
benefit education grants funded by the Yokwe Yuk
Welcome Club.
Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 15 The Kwajalein HourglassJoin the reading challenge this summer
at the Grace Sherwood Library UXO REMINDER
Get ready to read around the world. return them to a library staff
This fun activity runs June 2 member.
Remember the three Rs of UXO: Rec-
through July 28 and is open to
ognize an item as possible Unexploded
all Kwajalein children finishing June 9: Antarctica
Ordnance. Retreat from the area of the
grades K – 6. June 16: Asia UXO. Report suspected UXO immedi-
Enjoy travel-themed story time June 23: Australia and ately by notifying EOD (5-1433) or CPS
and crafts every Wednesday at the Pacific (5-4445).
10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., and June 30: North America Provide the following information:
a reading challenge and week- July 7: South America Location (building #, GPS, landmarks,
ly scavenger hunt for readers in July 14: Africa etc); Size (compared to common items
grades K-6. July 21: Europe - football, scuba cylinder, etc). Treat
Enter for the chance to earn July 28: Reading celebration UXO like you would treat dangerous
prizes in each age group (grades sea creatures. Look but do not touch.
k-1, 2-3, 4-5, and 6) for the most For more information, call the For a detailed refresher, please attend
books and/or pages read. MWR desk at the Grace Sherwood the Island Orientation Briefing on the
To participate, pick up reading Library at 5-3331 or 5-3332. fourth Wednesday of every month.
logs at the GSL, fill them out and Kemejmej R ko 3. Recognize (kile)
juon kwopej bajjok emaron Bokutan ak
kein kabokkolok (UXO). Retreat (Jen-
liklik) bed ettolok im jab kepaak UXO
HELP US PROTECT OUR MISSION. eo. Report (Ripoot e) boktun ak kein
kabokklok eo ien eo emokajtata non
EOD ilo nomba kein (5-1433) ak CPS
OPSEC DOESN’T END WHEN YOU PCS. (5-4445).
Ken melele kein: Ia eo (nomba in ijo,
PLEASE THINK BEFORE POSTING PHOTOS GPS, kakolle in ijo, etc.); Jonan (jonan
e ibben jet kain mweik - football, taan
AND VIDEOS TO SOCIAL MEDIA. in turan, etc.). Tiljek kon UXO kein ein-
wot am kojparok menin mour in lojet ko
rekauwotata. Kalimjek wot jab jibwe.
Non bar kakemejmej eok, eokwe jouj
im koba lok ilo Island Orientation allon
otemjej.
“The Islanders”
Kwajalein Hourglass
June 5, 1961
Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 16 The Kwajalein HourglassCYS JUNE SPOTLIGHT
Visit USAG-KA CYS on Facebook for
more pictures and information about
our events and programs. https://
www.facebook.com/USAGKACYS/.
U.S. ARMY GARRISON-KWAJALEIN ATOLL CHILD AND YOUTH SERVICES
Above: Island youths have fun learning about dinosaurs with USAG-KA Child and Youth Services Sports and Fitness Lead
Sam Partain during the first week of School-Aged Care Summer Camp.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER SCHOOL-AGE CARE NAMO WETO YOUTH CENTER
Baru Classroom Summer Camp meets June 2 - Aug. 7 Tuesdays
Baru classroom: Fridays are Water Play Tuesday through Saturday from 8:30 Closed
Days for infants and young toddlers. a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Register in Central
Saturdays are Water Play Days for tod- Registration. Wednesdays
dlers. Please send your child with water Water Wednesday - 12:30 p.m.
clothes, dry clothes, a towel and swim Tremendous Trivia - 4:30 p.m.
diaper (if needed). June 8 - June 12
Rainforest Adventure Thursdays
Movies with Popcorn - 4p.m.
Bako Classroom
Tuesdays - STEAM Swim Day. Please June 15 - June 19
Around the World Fridays
send your child with water clothes, dry Frappaccinos - 4 p.m.
clothes, a towel and swim diaper (if
needed). June 22 - June 26
Color Wars Saturdays
Wednesdays - STEAM Functional Smoothies - 3:30 p.m.
Fitness MIT LL Beaver Works Summer Insti-
Thursdays -STEAM Library June 29 - July 2
Pirates and Mermaids tute - RMI - 4 - 6 p.m.
Important Dates July - 6 - July 10 Sundays
June - 19 - Doughnuts with Dad STEM Express MIT LL Beaver Works Summer
Institute - 4 - 6 p.m.
July 13 - July 17 Surprise - 6 p.m.
Sports Hall of Fame
YOUTH CENTER SPECIAL EVENTS
July 20 - July 24
UNAUTHORIZED Harry Potter June 6 - Surprise Sunday
ISLAND CHILDCARE July 27 - July 31
Making Stressballs - 6 p.m.
Space and Beyond June 9 - Water Wednesday
As you assess your family’s needs
and plans for summer childcare, Coral Sands, 12:30 p.m.
Aug. 3 - Aug. 7
please note Army policy requires Mini City
that anyone providing child care June 11 - B-boat trip - 7:30 a.m.
on a regular basis for more than 10
hours per week must be certified June 13 - Surprise Sunday
through Child and Youth Services Bob Ross Painting, 4 - 6 p.m.
as a Family Child Care provider if
care is provided outside of a child's June 16 - Water Wednesday
home. Belly Flop Contest
If care is provided for children in
their own home, the parent is re- June 20 - Darts with Dads
sponsible for ensuring the caregiver 4 - 5:30 p.m.
is qualified. Providing unauthorized
childcare in government owned June 23 - Water Wednesday -
housing puts your housing privileg- North Point Rapids, 12:30 p.m.
es at risk. Unauthorized childcare
by an uncertified person puts your June 24 and 25 - UPS Road Code
child at risk. 3 - 6 p.m.
June 27 - Henna Tattoos
6 - 8 p.m.
June 30 - Water Wednesday
Glass Beach - 12:30 p.m.
Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 17 The Kwajalein HourglassReflecting on Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the Pacific By IMCOM-Pacific Public Affairs In an April 30 proclamation, President Joe Biden recognized the history and achievements of Asian Americans, Na- tive Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders who “enrich America’s culture and soci- ety,” through “diversity of cultures, lan- guages, and religions.” Each May, during the Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month ob- servance, the Department of Defense pays tribute to the generations of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders who contributed to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States and who continue to be pivotal to America’s future success. The theme for the 2021 DoD observance, which was chosen PHOTO COURTESY OF HAWAII STATE ARCHIVES by the Federal Asian Pacific American Council is “Advancing Leaders Through The 442nd Regimental Combat Team, made up of Japanese-American Soldiers, Purpose-Driven Service.” stands in formation at Iolani Palace, Hawaii, prior to a departure for training, March From its headquarters at Fort Shafter, 1943. The 442nd Regimental Combat Team, was an Army unit comprised of Nisei, or Hawaii, the team of purpose-driven ser- second-generation Japanese Americans, and American-born sons of Japanese immi- vice professionals at U.S. Army Instal- grants during World War II. lation Management Command-Pacific manage facilities and deliver programs U.S. Army Garrison-Hawaii and was an we’d better make darn sure that we are and services to Army installations across investigator at Equal Employment Op- the best choice. I believe that’s what we the Pacific region from Alaska to the portunity Commission, Honolulu local are here for.” Marshall Islands and from Hawaii to office. When asked what Asian American East Asia. Michael Harada, chief of the Engi- and Pacific Islander Heritage Month According to data from the U.S. Cen- neering and Plans Branch of the Pub- meant to her, Kimberly Straube, Chief sus Bureau, Hawaii is one of the most lic Works Division at IMCOM-Pacific, of IMCOM-Pacific’s Directorate of Fam- culturally and ethnically diverse states in started his 40-year civil service career ily and Morale, Welfare and Recreation America, with Asian Americans, Native in Hawaii at Marine Corps Air Station said, “AAPI Heritage Month is an oppor- Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders making Kaneohe Bay in 1981 and moved into tunity to highlight the contributions of up nearly half of the state’s population. Army public works at Schofield Barracks the AAPI community and remember the “We simply couldn’t carry out our im- a few years later. He spent several years stories of those who came before us. The portant mission without the expertise serving customers at Schofield Barracks fact that I have the opportunity to serve and professionalism of the many out- before taking a job at U.S. Army Pacific. as a leader in the same organization that standing Asian Americans and Pacific In the early 2000s, Harada was trans- established the highly recognized 442nd Islanders on our team. I join the Army ferred from USARPAC into the Instal- Regimental Combat Team is an evolu- in saluting their contributions as we lation Management Agency’s Pacific tion that is not lost on me. The difficult cultivate an Army culture that infuses Region Office, which is now IMCOM-Pa- work to overcome adversity requires a diversity across our leadership, provides cific. He has been with IMCOM-Pacific concerted effort between those who are promotion opportunities, and maximiz- ever since. Throughout his career, wher- willing to endure it and those in the po- es the talents of everyone at every level,” ever he served, Harada’s personal goal – sition to enable it. Each generation has said IMCOM-Pacific Director, Craig De- and clear evidence of his purpose-driven the ability to make things better for the atrick. service – was to care for service members next. I feel fortunate to work with team IMCOM-Pacific’s workforce highlights and their families. members and leaders who appreciate Hawaii’s diversity, with Asian Ameri- “My philosophy has been, we need the diverse cultures and ethnicities in cans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Is- to show them that even though we are Hawai’i.” landers serving key roles at the head- their only service, we are the best service Straube grew up in Honolulu, Hawaii quarters and at the U.S. Army Garrisons that they could get … I always strived to and has served within IMCOM, from it manages. ensure whatever products or programs I the U.S. Army Garrison-Hawaii to IM- As Asian American and Pacific Island- worked provided the best we could for COM-Pacific, since 2007. She took the er Heritage Month 2021 was drawing to our service members.” lead at IMCOM-Pacific’s DFMWR in a close, members of the IMCOM-Pacific When asked about his thoughts on 2020. team reflected on what the observance Asian American and Pacific Islander meant to them. Heritage Month, Harada said, “Having A brief history of Asian American and George Chun, a member of the IM- grown up in Hawaii, I did not realize I Pacific Islander Heritage Month COM-Pacific senior staff, is the Equal was a man of color until I was in my for- In 1978, Congress established Asian/Pa- Employment Opportunity manager ties or fifties, when I was asked to speak cific American Heritage Week. The first overseeing EEO programs throughout at an event honoring minorities.” ten days of May were chosen to coincide the Pacific. Chun provides guidance Harada explained that ideas around with two important milestones in histo- and assistance on EEO matters to IM- diversity when he was growing up in Ha- ry: the arrival of the first Japanese immi- COM-Pacific organizations across the waii are a little bit different than they are grants to the United States on May 7, 1843 region. in the mainland. and the contributions of Chinese workers “It has been my experience that being “I think, having grown up in Hawaii, to the building of the transcontinental culturally different does not mean we racial barriers were fairly minimal. Ev- railroad, which was completed May 10, do not understand. It means we have a erybody was a minority, if you think 1869. In one of the greatest engineering different perspective. We all share the about it. There was no distinct majority. feats in American history, 12,000 Chinese same stories, which makes us a diverse In Hawaii, we just take it for granted that immigrants constructed the western sec- family and yet provides one of the great- we are who we are. Asian Americans are tion of the transcontinental railroad from est sources of synergy to overcome any considered one group, but in Hawaii we 1865 to 1869. In 1992, Congress expanded challenge that we might face, both per- have specific categories because of our the observance to a month-long celebra- sonally and professionally,” said Chun. cultural backgrounds,” Harada added. tion. In 2009, Asian/Pacific American Before coming to IMCOM-Pacific, Harada summed-up IMCOM-Pacific’s Heritage Month was changed to Asian Chun served as the EEO Manager, Com- mission with a clear statement, “If we are American and Pacific Islander Heritage plaints Manager and EEO Specialist at the only choice for our service members, Month. Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 18 The Kwajalein Hourglass
MWR FITNESS CLASSES RELIGIOUS SERVICES
From left, Maria Sadowski, Pam Carroll, Shawn Carroll, Cherri- Members of the Island Memorial Chapel Catholic congregation
lyn Ranis, Maui Wyatt and Christina Sylvester pose for a photo participate in an evening service.
at Zumba class with MWR instructor Allena Childress, center.
Check out the monthly class schedule below for ways to plug Contact the Island Memorial Chapel office at 5-3505 for more
into an island fitness program. information about religious services and activities on U.S.
Army Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll.
Unless otherwise noted, all classes are held in CRC Room 7 The Church of Jesus Catholic Services
and are subject to change without notice. All classes require Christ of Latter-day • Sundays at 9:15 a.m. in
an MWR fitness pass. Passes can be purchased at the MWR Saints Services the IMC main sanctuary.
Desk in the Grace Sherwood Library. For more information, Sundays at 10 a.m. in CRC • Weekdays at 5:15 p.m. in
please call MWR at 5-3331. Room 1. the IMC chapel offices
Please contact Conrad Acosta • Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. in
at 5-2965 for more informa- the IMC small sanctuary.
Yoga Zumba Dance tion. • Children’s program
Tuesday and Thursday at Wednesday and Saturday at meets Sundays during
5:30 p.m. in CRC Room 7 6 p.m.; Friday at 9:15 a.m. in Protestant Services the 9:15 a.m. Catholic
CRC Room 7 • Sundays at 8:15 a.m. in Mass.
Water Aerobics the small sanctuary and
Tuesday and Thursday at 9:15 Spin 11 a.m. in the main sanc- Activities
a.m. at the Adult Pool Tuesday at 6:40 p.m.; Thurs- tuary. Men’s Bible Study meets
day and Saturday at 5:30 a.m. • Kingdom Kids children’s Thursdays at 5:45 p.m. in the
Zumba Toning program meets during chapel conference room.
Wednesday at 9:15 a.m. in Protestant services at 8:15
CRC Room 7 a.m. and 11 a.m. Ladies’ Bible Study meets 9:15
a.m. Thursdays at Qtrs. 405-
B Taro. Contact Sally Bulla at
5-9804 for more information.
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., though times and Shuttle service will be provided from the
dates may vary for special brunch events food court to the Country Club from 10 a.m.
(please check out a special event menu for to 12:30 p.m. Contact MWR with questions
June 20 brunch below). Enjoy a variety of at 5-3331.
bars sweet and savory brunch foods. Cash
only; monthly prices and menu items
are subject to change. No reservation
Saturday. Enjoy happy hour and
play Uno every Saturday at 6 p.m.
and required. Seating is limited. Shuttle ser-
vice available every 30 minutes. Custom-
er pick-up is in front of the Food Court OCEAN VIEW CLUB
clubs starting at 10 a.m. There is a 45-minute
time limit per table. Wednesdays. Raise your glass
and toast Wednesday at happy hour from
5 - 7 p.m.
JUNETEENTH BRUNCH
Join MWR in June for a special edition of Saturdays. Enjoy fun activities
Sunday brunch in celebration of June- like game nights, karaoke. theme nights
teenth at the Kwajalein Country Club and live music.
on June 20 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Contact MWR at 5-3331 No reservation is required for this event. Mondays. Enjoy Monday meal
for updates, activities and Cost of meal is $25, cash only. deals on Men’s Night from 5 -7 p.m.
events about the garrison’s
bars and clubs. Menu
Crab legs Shuttle Service
COUNTRY CLUB Greens
Macaroni and cheese
MWR offers shuttle service to and from
the Country Club every 30 minutes from
Birthday Bash. Potato salad 5 - 8 p.m. Saturdays. For more informa-
Come celebrate island birthdays with Waffles tion, contact Nikeya Lagrone at 5-9205 or
MWR every third Sunday from 6 - 9 Grits 5-3331.
p.m. Enjoy complimentary shuttle ser- Sausage
vice available from the Ocean View Club Bacon
every 30 minutes from 5 - 9 p.m. Biscuits and gravy Outrigger Club
Cornbread dressing Check with MWR for meal specials
Brunch. Scalloped potatoes and activities at the Outrigger Club by
Country Club Brunch typically meets Fried chicken calling 5-3331.
on the first Sunday of the month from Sauteed vegetables
Saturday, JUNE 5, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 23 19 The Kwajalein HourglassTRAVEL and QUARANTINE
Tracking changes to RMI travel restrictions and travel regulations? Check back here each week for
updates to island flight information, quarantine and Covid-19 testing information from U.S. Army
Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll and Republic of the Marshall Islands.
Outbound Covid Test Policy
UNITED AIRLINES POLICIES FOR DEPARTURE and Flight Requirements
Customers at Kwajalein’s airport boarding healthcare provider or public health of-
ficial stating that the passenger has been FLIGHT REQUIREMENTS
United Airlines flights need to present the
items described below: cleared for travel.
No Covid-19 flight test is required if fly-
Customers with a negative test result All United customers must also comply with ing on the ATI or United Airlines if you
need to present written or electronic the following requirements: are flying with official government or-
documentation which clearly indicates: • Presentation of a disclosure and attes- ders.
• Customer name. (The customer name tation form. The form can be found
and any other personal identifiers on the CDC website and will also be • All other UA passengers must
must match the customer ID). available at the departure airport. have a negative Covid-19 test
• Date the test was taken. Test must be Customers are encouraged to print one to three days before travel-
taken within three calendar days of and complete the form prior to ar- ing.
flight. riving at the airport. • This testing requirement is
• Type of test. The CDC rule requires mandated by the Centers for
a viral test, which means a molecu- • Check-In. All international originat- Disease Control and Prevention.
lar COVID-19 test (such as PCR or ing customers will be required to
LAMP) or antigen test. check-in with a Customer Service GETTING YOUR COVID-19 TEST
• Results must state “negative,” “SARS- representative to verify digital or pa- ON KWAJALEIN
CoV-2 RNA not detected” or “SARS- per documentation. This mirrors the
CoV-2 antigen not detected.” A test process we’ve set up within the U.S. To schedule a test on Kwajalein, call the
marked “invalid” is not acceptable for many international destinations. Kwajalein Hospital at 5-2224.
Customers who have previously tested • Failure to Comply Will Result in Board- • Tests cost $125.
positive must present written or elec- ing Denied. Customers who do not • Please bring a copy of your UA
tronic documentation, dated within the show proof of a test or refuse to test flight itinerary to testing.
last 90 days, of recovery from COVID-19 prior to travel will be denied board-
after previous infection. ing. Denied boarding compensation The Kwajalein Hospital is not a
This should be in the form of a posi- will not be paid. Customers in this trusted partner for Hawaii. All trav-
tive viral test result and a letter on offi- situation shall be offered a refund or elers extending stay in Hawaii must
cial letterhead that contains the name, rebooked for a later date at no addi- verify safe quarantine requirements
address and phone number of a licensed tional charge. with the State of Hawaii’s Safe Trav-
els site.
All destinations and hotels have
their own Covid testing and docu-
mentation requirements.
It is the responsibility of the traveler to
verify requirements before travel.
OUTBOUND UNITED AIRLINES
PASSENGERS WITHOUT
GOVERNMENT ORDERS
Passengers will visit the Kwajalein Hos-
pital on the last hospital business day
before their flight departs.
PCS’ING WITH A PET? • Testing hours: 9 - 11 a.m.
RMI TRAVEL BAN APPLIES • Results pick-up time is 4 p.m. on
THROUGH JUNE 30, 2021 Depending on your final destination the day of testing. The Kwajalein
please notify vet services to discuss trav- Hospital closes for the weekend
RMI NOVEL COVID-19 el planning for your pet(s) during the at 4:30 p.m. No test results will
UPDATED INTERIM HEALTH recommended timeframes below: be given after 4 p.m.
TRAVEL ADVISORY & • CONUS - 45+ days prior to PCS
• Honolulu and Guam – Three to six These CDC requirements do not change
RESTRICTIONS
months prior to PCS or impact the state of Hawaii’s testing
ISSUANCE 26: requirement or quarantine procedure.
AS OF MAY 31, 2021
• Other countries – Six months or more
prior to PCS
If you plan to leave Kwajalein with- NOTE: These documentation require-
An extension of the total suspension ments do not apply to customers flying
of international travelers coming in the next three to six months, please
reach out to Kwajalein Veterinary Ser- from U.S. territories such as Guam to the
into the RMI via air travel will con- mainland.
tinue until JUNE 30, 2021. vices at 5-2017 to ensure your pet is up
For more information about the to date on annual diagnostics and vacci-
Republic of the Marshall Islands Is- nations.
suance 25, please contact the Com- For more information, email the Kwa-
mander’s Hotline at 5-1098 or the jalein vet tech at kwajaleinveterinary-
USAG-KA Host Nation Office at clinic@internationalsosgs.us.
5-5235.
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