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Okinawa home to beautiful, dangerous wildlife

Most people new to Okinawa have been informed about poisonous wildlife at some point during their orientation. These presentations inform military members and their families of which creatures can make the wonderment of Okinawa turn into a life or death situation.These dangerous animals are found in the water surrounding Okinawa, and on the land as

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Furloughs to have minimal impact on community, services

Furloughs caused by sequestration are projected to have a minimal impact on military installations across Okinawa.In a press release dated May 14, U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel said most Department of Defense civilian workers would be furloughed for up to 11 days, and the furloughs would not begin until after July 8.Managers were allowed to

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Sgt. Corey A. Jones inspects Sgt. 1st Class Leon P. Nelson’s rappel harness during rappel training June 24 at the Northern Training Area. Nelson joined 10 other soldiers from the 100th Battalion at the jungle leaders’ course for joint training June 2-30. Jones is the chief instructor at the Jungle Warfare Training Center, Camp Gonsalves. Nelson is a scout platoon sergeant with 100th Bn., 442nd Infantry Regiment, 92nd Infantry Division, based in Hawaii. - Sgt. Corey A. Jones inspects Sgt. 1st Class Leon P. Nelson’s rappel harness during rappel training June 24 at the Northern Training Area. Nelson joined 10 other soldiers from the 100th Battalion at the jungle leaders’ course for joint training June 2-30. Jones is the chief instructor at the Jungle Warfare Training Center, Camp Gonsalves. Nelson is a scout platoon sergeant with 100th Bn., 442nd Infantry Regiment, 92nd Infantry Division, based in Hawaii.

Marines, soldiers master jungle leaders’ course

"We created the jungle leaders’ course from the ground up,” said Sgt. Peter C. Gentry, an instructor at the Jungle Warfare Training Center. “There has not been one in 12 years, since before the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. We are basically taking our package from the basic jungle skills course and expanding it to the point that when Marines leave

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Gary Sinise sings during the Lt. Dan Band’s performance July 6 at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma. The band played covers of songs ranging from classic hits to current chart-toppers. Sinise is the bassist for the band. Photo by Lance Cpl. Natalie M. Rostran - Gary Sinise sings during the Lt. Dan Band’s performance July 6 at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma. The band played covers of songs ranging from classic hits to current chart-toppers. Sinise is the bassist for the band. Photo by Lance Cpl. Natalie M. Rostran

Gary Sinise, Lt Dan Band add flair to Fourth of July

Hit song after hit song from both the past and present were performed in the summer night air, as the large audience cheered louder and louder.Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band performed covers of popular songs July 6 on the Marine Corps Air Station Futenma flight line.The concert was part of a USO and TriWest Healthcare Alliance-sponsored tour of

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Marines with Force Reconnaissance Company fast-rope from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter July 2 at Landing Zone Phoenix on Camp Schwab. The company is with III Marine Expeditionary Force, and the helicopter and crew are with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III MEF. - Marines with Force Reconnaissance Company fast-rope from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter July 2 at Landing Zone Phoenix on Camp Schwab. The company is with III Marine Expeditionary Force, and the helicopter and crew are with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III MEF.

Fast-roping Marines get boots on ground at Schwab

Marines receive the opportunity to rappel from a 60-foot-tall tower at recruit training, but not every Marine has the chance to continue that training and further their rappelling abilities. Marines with Force Reconnaissance Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force, were afforded this opportunity during helicopter rope suspension technique training

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Members of the Junior Chamber International Japan listen to a brief from Robert D. Eldridge June 28 on Camp Foster. Eldridge presented the information to the junior members to help them better understand the role of the Marine Corps in Japan-U.S. relations, national defense and diplomacy in regard to the future of Japan. Eldridge is the deputy assistant chief of staff for G-7, government and external affairs, Marine Corps Installations Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kasey Peacock/Released) - Members of the Junior Chamber International Japan listen to a brief from Robert D. Eldridge June 28 on Camp Foster. Eldridge presented the information to the junior members to help them better understand the role of the Marine Corps in Japan-U.S. relations, national defense and diplomacy in regard to the future of Japan. Eldridge is the deputy assistant chief of staff for G-7, government and external affairs, Marine Corps Installations Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kasey Peacock/Released)

Junior Chamber International Japan visits Camp Foster

The Japan-U.S. alliance was formed decades ago. Understanding the alliance is vital to understanding the delicate balance of power in the Asia-Pacific region. More than 100 members of the Junior Chamber International Japan visited Camp Foster June 28 to increase their understanding of the alliance and the Marine Corps.The JCI-Japan is based on the

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EOD Marines reconstruct blast sites

The ground shakes from the blast of a simulated improvised explosive device detonating in the distance. The shout of “seven seconds” is cried out and another blast shakes the terrain.These sounds rang out as Marines with 3rd Explosive Ordnance Disposal Company trained to enhance their knowledge of post-blast analysis and site survey techniques June

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Foreign area SNCO program provides regional expertise

When Marines are stationed, deployed or training in a foreign nation, language barriers and cultural differences may create challenges when completing the mission.To help alleviate this, the Marine Corps is developing a foreign area staff noncommissioned officer program to provide units with Marines who possess the skills needed to hurdle these

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Maj. Gen. Charles L. Hudson, left, receives the organizational colors from Maj. Gen. Peter J. Talleri June 14 outside Building 1 on Camp Foster during a change of command ceremony. The transfer of the organizational colors symbolizes the transfer of command from Talleri to Hudson. Talleri retired from the Marine Corps after the ceremony, having completed 34 years of distinguished service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Matthew Manning/Released) - Maj. Gen. Charles L. Hudson, left, receives the organizational colors from Maj. Gen. Peter J. Talleri June 14 outside Building 1 on Camp Foster during a change of command ceremony. The transfer of the organizational colors symbolizes the transfer of command from Talleri to Hudson. Talleri retired from the Marine Corps after the ceremony, having completed 34 years of distinguished service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Matthew Manning/Released)

Hudson assumes command from Talleri

Maj. Gen. Peter J. Talleri relinquished command of Marine Corps Installations Pacific and Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley D. Butler to Maj. Gen. Charles L. Hudson June 14 during a ceremony outside Building 1 on Camp Foster . Talleri has served as commanding general of MCB Camp Butler since July 2010 and commanding general of MCIPAC since the

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Water, boating safety paramount

From spending time on a watercraft to enjoying recreational swimming at a beach, water activities are a popular way to beat the summer heat on Okinawa.Unfortunately, these activities can lead to dangerous situations if people are not aware of potential hazards in their surroundings.“When conducting water activities in open water, it’s important you