Though far from home while underway in the 5th Fleet area of responsibility (AOR), Sailors on board USS Shoup (DDG 86) were treated to a lavish homestyle Thanksgiving feast Nov. 25.
Thanks to the hard work of the ship’s culinary specialists and food service attendants, a menu including ham, green bean casserole, stuffing, cranberry sauce, pies and more was served to the grateful crew of more than 300 personnel. Twenty turkeys, a massive prime rib and a homemade cornucopia stuffed with pears, apples and dragonfruit crowned the meal.
“It took a lot of planning; everyone in the division had to work together to make it happen,” said Culinary Specialist 1st Class (SW) Christopher Delacruz, a native of Irvine, Calif. “I’m very happy with the results.”
Sailors were able to spend the day relaxing and recharging for their next mission following a successful 10 weeks in the 7th Fleet AOR. Many used the opportunity to prepare holiday cards and letters to make the long journey back to the United States.
December 2, 2010
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The U.S. Naval Sea Cadets, Gadsden Battalion recently held an award ceremony at Naval Station Everett.
The Gadsden Battalion has a Naval Sea Cadet Corps, to train teenagers 13 through 17 years old, and Navy League Cadet Corps, for junior members age 11 through 14.
All of the youth of the Gadsden Battalion have had a busy, successful year that included drills, training and competitions.
They recently participated in the regional flagship challenge in which all the units in the area compete in different areas.
“We’ve only been around for two years so we went just to have a good time,” said Leilani Leighton, Gadsden Battalion Adminstrative Officer. “We won a couple events and the overall flagship award.”
December 2, 2010
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You are new to the Navy, and your active duty spouse has just left on an Individual Augmentee (IA) deployment and will be gone for over six months. You decided to move to the Everett area during the deployment, so you are several states away from your command, and you feel disconnected; forgotten; overwhelmed.
Naval Station Everett (NSE) cares about you. Our Ombudsmen are here to connect with you. You are not forgotten, and you are certainly not alone. There are hundreds of local families in similar situations, and there is a networking group just for you. The group is called ‘IA Connections’ and it is brand new.
On the evening of Nov. 16, NSE hosted the first IA Connections meeting for adult family members of IA Sailors. The meeting was attended by NSE Ombudsman Amber Lynn Daniel.
Daniel’s spouse has completed IA deployments, so she has a heart for IA families. Daniel, who has spearheaded IA Connections from the outset, is determined to ensure the best support possible is provided for all IA families.
December 2, 2010
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In celebration of Com-manding Officer, Capt. Michael Coury proclaiming Nov. 15 “America Recycles Day” at Naval Station Everett, and to raise awareness on the benefits of recycling, Sailors and employees enjoyed recycling demonstrations and refreshments at the base recycling building Nov 15.
Many people are unaware of how important recycling is, and the effects it can have in protecting our environment. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), recycling just one plastic bottle can save anywhere from 100 to 1,000 years in the landfill as well as protect the environment from the emissions in producing new bottles. Recycling also helps to conserve natural resources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to global warming. According to the EPA, recycling one ton of aluminum cans saves the energy equivalent of 36 barrels of oil or 1,655 gallons of gasoline.
November 23, 2010
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November 1990 and every November since 1994 has been named national American Indian Heritage Month, a time set aside for the entire country to remember the first true Americans.
Naval Station Everett had a small ceremony Nov. 16 to celebrate American Indian Heritage Month with a couple speakers, including a local Native American princess.
“It is celebrated not only in recognition of the contribution of the many intertribal cultures but to educate us about the rich history, heritage, art and traditions of the original American people,” said Master at Arms 2nd Class Sharice Elmore, NAVSTA Everett Security.
To start off the ceremony, Elmore gave a small speech about the history behind and the purpose of American Indian Heritage Month. She also explained exactly who it is recognizing.
November 23, 2010
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Veteran’s Day is a day set aside to honor those who have selflessly fought for our country and freedom. It is also a day for the country to recognize those currently fighting for our freedoms. But each individual person has their own personal feelings about Veteran’s Day.
“I think it’s more of another day to really soak up and understand the history behind why we serve,” said Chief Boatswain’s Mate Barbara Korpi, Naval Station Everett’s First Lieutenant’s Division leading chief petty officer.
It can also be a good opportunity for service members to reach out to the community to better inform them of the military lifestyle. A few Sailors from Naval Station Everett gave various speeches or presentations at different places around Everett, Wash., the week of Veteran’s Day.
November 18, 2010
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Naval Station Everett held its annual Veteran’s Day ceremony to honor those who have fought for our freedom past and present in the building 2000 auditorium Nov. 10.
Naval Station Everett Sailors and civilian employees attended the event, along with many distinguished guests including veterans from different conflicts including World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, Desert Storm, and Operation Enduring Freedom.
NAVSTA Everett Commanding Officer Capt. Michael Coury greeted attendees and gave the opening remarks.
“Tomorrow is a very special day for those who have served, for those who continue to serve, and to the families and friends who have provided constant support throughout the ages,” said Coury. “Veterans day is an excellent opportunity to remember the selfless sacrifice of our veterans, some who have given more, in some cases everything, to realize and sustain the dream that is America.”
November 18, 2010
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The Pacific Northwest is renowned as a major national seaport for global markets and for its lush green landscapes. Its local citizens are likewise known for actively taking the lead on environmental protection issues.
John Miller, Environmental Program manager at Naval Station Everett, recently took a hard look at the Navy’s role in reducing plastic pollution in our ocean environment. After 30 years of working with U.S Navy and federal environmental agencies, Miller decided to participate in a voyage that would provide further education on an issue he had been hearing much about: the global risk of plastic pollution at sea.
Although plastics may not necessarily be the most severe pollutant that comes to mind, the world’s oceans and wildlife are increasingly being impacted by plastic debris. For the past 20 years, the Sea Education Association (SEA), a non-profit educational organization, has been measuring floating plastic marine debris found just under surface waters and using their findings for scientific research. The program is dedicated to education, exploration, understanding and stewardship of the oceans, and to the study of humanity’s relationship with the oceans.
November 11, 2010
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Naval Station Everett held Tremors Harvestfest: Make Your Own Wine in The Commons Nov. 4 where participants got to begin the process of making their own bottles of wine.
“This is just an event we like to put together for people, something different,” said Theresa Reid, Morale, Welfare, and Recreation’s food and beverage manager. “It went so well last year we thought we’d do it again.”
This was the primary fermentation, the first in four steps to make the wine. Reid said they will probably hold the secondary fermentation sometime the next week. The final step, bottling and corking, is scheduled to take place Dec. 15.
The whole process only cost participants $20, and they are able to leave with their own bottles of wine. Participants can choose between the white wine, Australian Chardonnay, or the red wine, French Pinot Noir.
November 11, 2010
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The city of Marysville, Wash. dedicated a new boulevard to the Naval Station Everett homeported, guided-missile frigate USS Ingraham (FFG 61) during a ceremony Oct. 26.
More than 75 elected officials, school district officials, USS Ingraham Sailors and their families celebrated the completion of Ingraham Boulevard, named after the city’s adopted ship.
“Today we are here to dedicate the Ingraham Boulevard Corridor Improvement Project from 67th to 83rd Avenue NE,” said Jon Nehring, mayor of Marysville. “It’s hard to believe just nine months ago, we were breaking ground on this vital transportation project, and now we are here again celebrating its completion.”
The new roadway, Ingraham Boulevard, provides a full, four-lane extension of 88th Street NE from 67th Avenue through the Grace Creek Basin east of 74th Drive.
November 4, 2010
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