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Navy Region EURAFSWA Announces 2014 Energy Biggest Loser WinnerBy Lt. j.g. Alexander Perrien Navy Region Europe Africa Southwest Asia Public Affairs

NAPLES, Italy (NNS) — Navy Region Europe Africa Southwest Asia (EURAFSWA) announces Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain as the winner of the 2014 Energy Biggest Loser Competition Aug. 6.

The competition compared the amount of energy used by each installation in July 2013 to the amount of Energy used in July of 2014. The total usage was col-lected weekly and then compiled at the end of the month. The winning installation was chosen based on the greatest percent reduction in electrical consumption from the previous year.

Commander Navy Region Europe Southwest Asia, Rear Adm. John Scorby, made the official announcement giving congratulations to NSA Bahrain and all other participating installations.

“I am very proud of my region team for putting together and participating in this competition,” said Scorby. “Although our efforts did manage to save over $200,000, I am most excited about the lasting effects of the education and awareness cam-paigns and their impact on energy use around the region.”

Naval Facilities Command (NAVFAC) launched the energy use awareness cam-paign to coincide with the competition. The campaign focused on ways to reduce energy use, the benefits of energy waste reduction and tips for efficient living.

Tips for the campaign included full clothing-dryer loads to maximize efficiency, turning off lights in unoccupied rooms and unplugging electronics and extension cords when not in use.

NSA Bahrain’s Commanding Officer, Capt. David J. Meron, accepted the $50,000 award on his installation’s behalf.

“Conservation matters all the time,” said Meron. “I think people here have really changed old habits and will continue to practice many of the better ones they picked up during the challenge.”

The award will be spent on improvements around the installation.“We plan to improve bicycle and solar golf cart parking near the Freedom

Souq,” said Meron. “We also want to make needed improvements to the NEX walk-way to prevent flooding during the upcoming rainy season.”

By MC2 Danielle Brandt U.S. Naval Forces Central Command Public Affairs

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY, Bahrain — The Chief of Naval Personnel (CNP), Vice Adm. Bill Moran, and Fleet Master Chief April Beldo, held two all-hands calls with Sailors aboard Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain, Aug. 10-11.

Topics covered during the calls included issues such as pay and benefits, advance-ment, manning and force shaping.

One major question Sailors had was about the cancellation of hazardous duty pay in the 5th Fleet area of responsibility. Moran said he saw no change in the near future.

“I know it means something to every-body, certainly out here,” said Moran. “But it’s something none of us control, and if it comes back we’ll start paying right away. But I have no indication right now.”

In addition to pay and benefits, Moran also addressed concerns about the new Final Multiple Score for E6 and below advancement exams. He spoke of changes Sailors can expect to see after the next five advancement cycles.

“We’re going to get rid of PNA points so that young Sailors are on the same foot-ing as the Sailors who’ve been in longer,” said Moran. “Performance matters. We’re going to level the playing field.”

Chief of Naval Personnel Addresses Bahrain Sailors

Photo by MC1 (SW) Steve Smith

Chief of Naval Personnel, Vice Adm. Bill Moran, answers questions from Sailors about updates with Navy programs and policies during an all-hands call aboard Naval Support Activity Bahrain. CNP Page 4

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By Shaun S. Brown NSA Bahrain Command Chaplain

I cannot imagine anyone familiar with the creative genius of Robin Williams not saddened by his death. Williams was a man who seemingly had it all: a great career, creative genius, the adulation of the masses. But the things that weren’t so readily apparent about Williams – despite his being in the limelight, literally and figuratively – came to dominate the final days and hours of his life. As Dr Kay Jamison, a noted professor of psychiatry recently wrote for CNN: “No one knows the nature of Mr. William’s problems.” And perhaps no one, fully, ever will. That is one of the most troublesome things about suicide: Its logic is so enigmatic and illogical, really, to those not suffer-

ing from the underlying conditions that move one to consider it as an alternative to seeking treatment.

Another troubling aspect of suicide is how impulsive of an act it can some-times be. Yes, experts tell us of the warning signs and medical conditions and life circumstances that often con-spire to give rise to suicidal ideation and attempts. However, as many survivors of suicide attempts relate, the decision to inflict lethal harm on oneself can often be split-second (see “The Urge to End It All,” The Sunday New York Times Magazine, 06 July 2008). That is why getting someone who may be suicidal help immediately is so essential. (And, as we know from our Suicide Prevention trainings, removing the means of self-harm and staying with the person at risk, too, are imperative.)

And while alcohol abuse and the use of other substances has long been known as a contributing factor in sui-cide-related behaviors, a real and fright-ening “game changer,” if you will, have been such things as Spice and “bath salts.” Here, too, help is available – and urgently needed.

So as we mourn the loss of such a great part of American culture that was Robin Williams let us recall all those shining examples from the public eye who have sought help and not only sur-vived but now thrive. As Dr Jamison also notes: “Fortunately, treatment works and allows people to continue their cre-ative work.”

Chaplain’s Corner“Nanoo, Nanoo!”

 

WHAT  IS  THE  THREAT?    WORKPLACE  VIOLENCE    Most workplaces are safe. However, acts of violence can occur even in the safest workplaces. Each year an estimated 1.7 million workers are victims of assault in the workplace, according to the Bureau of Justice Statistics. These assaults take many forms, from bullying and harassment, to threats and physical assault. We all share a responsibility to help keep our workplaces safe and secure.

RECOGNIZE  AND  REPORT  THE  WARNING  SIGNS    People who commit acts of violence usually give warning signs beforehand. All indicators of potential violence should be immediately brought to the attention of your command, a supervisor, security, or law enforcement. Reporting a coworker does not make you a pariah or a rat. Your report helps alert authorities to a potential problem, allowing them to assess and investigate the situation and get the individual help, if needed, BEFORE a tragedy occurs. Warning signs may include: any direct or indirect threat pattern of intimidating, harassing, or aggressive behavior, including bullying or stalking uncontrollable or explosive temper uncharacteristic isolation from coworkers bringing an unauthorized weapon to work or having an excessive fascination with weapons obsessive fascination with incidents of workplace violence stealing from command or employees damaging command property or repeatedly committing safety violations difficulty with authority figures or accepting criticism signs of substance abuse sudden or marked changes in behavior or appearance frequent arguments or conflicts with coworkers, customers, vendors, or delivery people harassing others by telephone or email, including telling or sending offensive jokes frequent disputes over disciplinary actions, termination, or other personnel actions

WHEN  ANGER  ESCALATES    What to do if a person’s anger escalates and you are concerned about safety: Don’t argue with the person. If you see changes in the person’s behavior, such as screaming, shouting, or pounding fists, contact your supervisor or security personnel for assistance. Leave the area and contact security immediately if the person’s anger seems out of control or if physical actions or threats appear imminent. Contact security if you feel threatened or unsafe. Try to do so without the person noticing, so as not to cause more anger. You might need to signal to a coworker that you need help.

SEEK  SUPPORT  IF  YOU  ARE  UNDER  STRESS    Take care of yourself during stressful times, particularly when you are experiencing any of the following: Personal difficulties. For help dealing with marital, family, or relationship difficulties, legal problems, or financial issues, talk with an EAP consultant. Excessive workload. If you feel overloaded or are working extra hours or shifts, talk with your supervisor about ways to reduce the load. Coworker conflicts. If you are having problems with a coworker or there is friction in your department, talk with your supervisor or an EAP consultant about ways to handle the problem. You help promote the safest workplace possible by turning to your command leadership, security, or an EAP consultant when you have safety concerns or need support. Source // United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2010 Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries

BEACH  SAFETY    Protect  your  skin:  Sunlight  contains  two  kinds  of  UV  rays  —  UVA  increases  the  risk  of  skin  cancer,  skin  aging,  and  other  skin  diseases.  UVB  causes  sunburn  and  can  lead  to  skin  cancer.  Limit  the  amount  of  direct  sunlight  you  receive  between  10:00  a.m.  and  2:00  p.m.  and  wear  a  sunscreen  with  a  sun  protection  factor  containing  a  high  rating  such  as  15.    ☼  Drink  plenty  of  water  regularly  and  often  even  if  you  do  not  feel  thirsty.  Your  body  needs  water  to  keep  cool.  Avoid  drinks  with  alcohol  or  caffeine  in  them.  They  can  make  you  feel  good  briefly  but  make  the  heat's  effects  on  your  body  worse.  This  is  especially  true  with  beer,  which  dehydrates  the  body.    ☼  Watch  for  signs  of  heat  stroke:  Heat  stroke  is  life-­‐threatening.  The  victim's  temperature  control  system,  which  produces  sweating  to  cool  the  body,  stops  working.  The  body  temperature  can  rise  so  high  that  brain  damage  and  death  may  result  if  the  body  is  not  cooled  quickly.  Signals  Include  hot,  red,  and  dry  skin;  changes  in  consciousness,  rapid,  weak  pulse,  and  rapid,  shallow  breathing.    Call  your  local  EMS  number.  Move  the  person  to  a  cooler  place.  Quickly  cool  the  body  by  wrapping  wet  sheets  around  the  body  and  fan  it.  If  you  have  ice  packs  or  cold  packs,  place  them  on  each  of  the  victim's  wrists  and  ankles,  in  the  armpits  and  on  the  neck  to  cool  the  large  blood  vessels.  Watch  for  signals  of  breathing  problems  and  make  sure  the  airway  is  clear.    Keep  the  person  lying  down.    ☼  Wear  eye  protection:  Sunglasses  are  like  sunscreen  for  your  eyes  and  protect  against  damage  that  can  occur  from  UV  rays.  Be  sure  to  wear  sunglasses  with  labels  that  indicate  that  they  absorb  at  least  90  percent  of  UV  sunlight.    ☼  Wear  foot  protection:  Many  times,  people's  feet  can  get  burned  from  the  sand  or  cut  from  glass  in  the  sand.    ☼  Spinal  Injury  Prevention    Don't  dive  headfirst  into  any  unknown  water.  Remember,  the  beach  ocean  floor  may  change  its  shape  constantly.  In  shallow  water,  don't  dive  headfirst  towards  the  bottom  into  oncoming  waves.  In  shallow  water,  don't  stand  with  your  back  to  the  waves.    ☼  Don't  jump  or  dive  from  a  cliff,  pier,  jetty  or  bridge.  Avoid  bodysurfing,  body  boarding  or  surfing  straight  "over  the  falls."  Ride  the  shoulder.    ☼  During  a  body  board  or  surfing  "wipe  out,"  try  to  keeps  your  hands  out  in  front  of  you.  Don't  dive  straight  to  the  bottom.  While  bodysurfing,  always  keep  at  least  one  arm  out  in  front  of  you  to  protect  your  head  and  neck.    ☼  Don't  swim  near  piers  or  breakwaters.  The  currents  here  may  be  very  strong,  even  for  the  best  of  swimmers.    ☼  Stay  clear  of  boats.  They  take  time  to  change  direction,  and  they  may  not  even  see  you.    ☼  Open  water  is  usually  much  colder  than  a  pool,  so  don't  swim  out  too  far.  

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By U.S. Naval Forces Central Command Public Affairs

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY, Bahrain — Coastal Patrol (PC) ships USS Hurricane (PC 3) and USS Monsoon (PC 4) completed their arrival to Bahrain, Aug. 13.

Hurricane and Monsoon are the final two of 10 ships that are part of a realignment plan to increase the PC presence in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility (AOR).

“This class of ship is ideal for working in this area,” said Capt. Brendan McLane, commander, Destroyer Squadron 50. “Having two additional assets will greatly increase our ability for continued maritime security operations and theater security cooperation in the 5th Fleet.”

PCs are an integral part of U.S. 5th Fleet, allowing the U.S. Navy with a fast, reliable platform that can respond to emergent requirements in a shallow water environment. The primary mission of these ships is coastal patrol and interdiction surveillance, an important aspect of littoral operations.

These ships are regularly used to escort larger ships, provide maritime security, protect infrastructure, as well as participate in exercises with allies and regional partners.

PCs stationed in Bahrain have permanent crews, allowing families to accompany their Sailors to the island. The shift from 6-month rotational crew to permanent manning alleviates the significant strain that was placed on Sailors and their families.

“The well-being of our sailors and families is critical to the accomplish-ment of our missions and this shift to permanent crews has improved that,” said McLane.

The PC fleet has been active in the U.S. 5th Fleet since 2003, providing a mission of dedicated maritime security and force protection capability.

These ships are ideal platforms for working with partner navies in the Gulf. The navies and coast guard of coalition partners operate similar sized ships, with similar systems and capability fostering better interoperability in the maritime domain.

Coastal Patrol Force in Fifth Fleet Now at 10 Ships

Photo by MC1 (SW) Steve Smith

The coastal patrol ships USS Hurricane (PC 3) and USS Monsoon (PC 4) arrive to their new homeport of Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain. Hurricane and Monsoon are the final two of 10 coastal patrol ships that are part of a realignment plan in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility (AOR).

BIGGEST LOSER WINNER from Page 1

CNP from Page 1

WEEKLY WARRIORMr. Abdul Razak has been with MWR since 2004. He started as a Catering Supervisor and worked his way to a Food Outlet Manager. This school year, Razak was tasked with management of our school meal program. This was a transitional time for the school meal program due to several new requirements by DoD , which required immediate implementation. Razak took on this task without complain and quickly brought the program into compliance, ensuring that school children are receiving a proper portioned, well-balanced meal daily. MWR is very privileged to have such a dedicated conscientious employee!

The Energy Biggest Loser competition was inspired by the Navy’s ongoing energy conservation initiative started in 2009 by Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus. The program, known as the Great Green Fleet, aims to reduce the Department of the Navy’s consumption of energy, decrease its reliance on foreign sources of oil, and significantly increase its use of alternative energy. Energy bills are the single largest cost for Navy instal-lations, reflecting about 28 percent of Navy’s shore budget. Reducing energy costs will help us reach the SECNAV’s energy goals.

Moran said that changing the test after five cycles would give Sailors time to adjust to the changes. He also said that test weight for E4 and E5 advancement exams would stay roughly the same as the new final multiple discussed in NAVADMIN 114/14.

Along with advancement, Moran also addressed rumors about retirement and Tricare benefits and spoke of possible changes for future service members.

“We’re not touching your retirement,” said Moran. “What might change is a new retire-ment program that’s offered to future generations of Sailors. We’re not going to take your retirement program and change it without your knowledge. It’s not going to happen.”

Moran also said that if Congress approved a new retirement plan in the next few years, current service members would have the opportunity to switch to the new program or keep their current retirement program. Service members would also keep the same Tricare ben-efits, but retirees would be expected to pay slightly more.

Beldo spoke about changes to the Tuition Assistance program for first term Sailors.“Commanding officers’ discretion can waive that one year onboard for first termers,”

said Beldo. “So if they’ve done everything they’re supposed to do and they go up and say, ‘I’ve done everything, can I now start college at the nine month mark?’ the CO can waive those last three months and allow those first term Sailors to start college.”

Beldo also said that students will now be required to earn at least a grade of C in under-graduate classes and at least a grade of B in graduate courses to avoid having to reimburse tuition fees. Tuition fees will still be funded at 100% this year but DOD is looking at reduc-ing lab fees and textbook fees.

Beldo also touched on the introduction of enlisted females into subsurface platforms.“Our request is that by 2016 we start this journey of embarking enlisted females on

submarines, and one of the things we know we have to do too is to make sure we’re bru-tally honest with our Sailors and tell them exactly what they’re going to be experiencing if they volunteer, “ said Beldo.

She also said the plan was to embark chiefs first, get them familiarized with submarine life, and then embark petty officers. There would have to be rate conversions for female petty officers because there needs to be growth of female numbers in submarine rates.

During his visit, Moran spoke on how important Bahrain is in the overall success of the Navy and that the presence of Sailors and their work in the 5th Fleet AOR is espe-cially important.

“I couldn’t be more proud of what this team does out here,” said Moran. “Good luck to you the rest of the way, keep your heads down, and keep watching what’s going on up North. It’s going to have a big impact on this region for a long time.”

The CNP is responsible for the Navy’s manpower readiness. CNP also serves as dep-uty chief of naval operations (manpower, personnel, training education/N1) and oversees the Bureau of Naval Personnel, Navy Personnel Command, and the Navy Manpower Analysis Center.

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From Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs

MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) — The Professional Apprenticeship Career Track (PACT) program provides unique career opportunities for some first-term Sailors through apprentice-level formal and on-the-job training within a 24-month period.

The main purpose of PACT is to provide Sailors who are unsure about which Navy career fields interest them an opportunity to learn about different Navy jobs without having to make a decision at the time of enlistment. The PACT program has three apprentice tracks encompassing career fields within aviation (A-PACT), engineer-ing (E-PACT) and surface (S-PACT).

“PACT places the Sailor in a better posi-tion to choose from a variety of ratings and gives them a chance to see a rating in its entirety,” said Chief Navy Counselor (SW/EXW/AW) Jesse Reed, Navy Personnel Command Force career counselor. “The Sailor is provided an opportunity to learn more about a particular rate in order to bet-ter make a decision about what path they would like to follow.”

Soon after checking aboard their first command, PACT Sailors will meet with their command career counselor and immediate

chain of command to discuss personal and professional goals. They will also discuss rat-ing or job eligibility for potential ratings via the Career Waypoint (C-WAY) system, con-duct required Career Development Boards (CDB), PACT designation quotas, and poten-tial time-in-rate eligibility for participation in the Navywide advancement exams.

“It is detrimental to the Sailor if com-mands are not engaging with the progres-sion of their PACT designated Sailors,” added Reed.

PACT Sailors who are not designated into a specific rating within 12-months on board their first duty station may apply for an available Navy “A” school quota pro-vided that they have maintained PACT program and “A” school eligibility. If a Sailor has not received a quota into a new rating within the original 24-month win-dow, their projected rotation date will extend to their end of active obligated ser-vice. If they don’t pick up a rating by their EAOS, they will be separated.

For more information about PACT information visit the following sites: http://www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/enlisted/detailing/shorespecialprograms/Pages/PACTDetailing.aspx, and https://www.cool.navy.mil/enlisted/pact.htm.

Gain Career Knowledge through PACT Designation

Photo by MC3 Andrew J. Sneeringer

Seaman Michael Cundiff, from Fort Knox, Ky., heaves line during a sea and anchor evolution aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). Iwo Jima is underway conducting amphibious integration training.

MWR Summer Staff Rocks!

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Summer Child & Youth Program (CYP) Staff including Abby Croteau from the CNIC Internship extension program and 12 Camp Adventure Staff (Jenna Mumm, Staci Eversmeyer, Katherine Weisenberger, Isabel O’Higgins, Amanda Eastman, Haley Sparks, Taylor Coulter, Jenna Reding, Jaclyn Dominici, Alexandria Horsman, Bonny Morales, and Hannah Anderson) arrived in Bahrain in early June to help support CYP summer programs. These staff members worked throughout the summer to support every facet of CYP including CDC, SAC, Teen, and Youth Sports as well as the MWR Aquatics program. In a short period of time they developed strong supportive relationships with staff, children and families and have received numerous kudos for their efforts while here in Bahrain. Without them, CYP would not have been able to offer nearly as many programs it did this summer and would not have been as successful as it was. They are a big part of our NSA family (even if temporarily) and will be greatly missed!

• The work/rest times and fluid replacement volumes will sustain performance and hydration for at least 4 hrs of work in the specified heat category. Fluid needs can vary based on individual differences (± ¼ qt/hr) and exposure to full sun or full shade (± ¼ qt/hr).

• NL = no limit to work time per hr.

• Rest = minimal physical activity (sitting or standing) accomplished in shade if possible.

• CAUTION: Hourly fluid intake should not exceed 1½ qts.

Daily fluid intake should not exceed 12 qts.

• If wearing body armor, add 5°F to WBGT index in humid climates.

• If doing Easy Work and wearing NBC (MOPP 4) clothing, add 10°F to WBGT index.

• If doing Moderate or Hard Work and wearing NBC (MOPP 4) clothing, add 20°F to WBGT index.

Work/Rest and Water Consumption TableApplies to average sized, heat-acclimated soldier wearing BDU, hot weather. (See TB MED 507 for further guidance.)

Heat Category

WBGT Index, Fº

Easy Work Moderate Work Hard Work

Work/Rest(min)

Water Intake (qt/hr)

Work/Rest(min)

Water Intake (qt/hr)

Work/Rest(min)

Water Intake (qt/hr)

1 78º - 81.9º NL ½ NL ¾ 40/20 min ¾

2 (GREEN) 82º - 84.9º NL ½ 50/10 min ¾ 30/30 min 1

3 (YELLOW) 85º - 87.9º NL ¾ 40/20 min ¾ 30/30 min 1

4 (RED) 88º - 89.9º NL ¾ 30/30 min ¾ 20/40 min 1

5 (BLACK) > 90º 50/10 min 1 20/40 min 1 10/50 min 1

Easy Work Moderate Work Hard Work

• Weapon Maintenance

• Walking Hard Surface at 2.5 mph, < 30 lb Load

• Marksmanship Training

• Drill and Ceremony

• Manual of Arms

• Walking Loose Sand at 2.5 mph, No Load

• Walking Hard Surface at 3.5 mph, < 40 lb Load

• Calisthenics• Patrolling• Individual Movement Techniques,

i.e., Low Crawl or High Crawl• Defensive Position Construction

• Walking Hard Surface at 3.5 mph, ≥ 40 lb Load

• Walking Loose Sand at 2.5 mph with Load

• Field Assaults

For additional copies, contact: U.S. Army Center for Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine Health Information Operations Division at (800) 222-9698 or CHPPM - Health Information Operations@apg.amedd.army. mil.For electronic versions, see http://chppm-www.apgea.army.mil/heat. Local reproduction is authorized.June 2004 CP-033-0404

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The mission of the Human Resources Office (HRO) is to administer Human Resources Management programs for U.S. civil servants and foreign national employees of the Naval Support Activity Bahrain. HRO provides consultative advice and guidance to various commands and activities in the following program areas: position management and classification; recruitment and staffing; labor management advisory services; Equal Employment Opportunity Program; employee development; employee relations matters; and benefit entitlements.

Questions? To speak to a Human Resources Specialist, please call: 1785-4763 or DSN (318) 439-4763.

Thursday, August 21Bowling Challenge• Time: 1100

Sunday, August 24Sunday Sundae!• Free ice cream while supplies last.

Monday, August 25Speedpool Monday!• Time: 1130; Free lunch for players! While supplies last.

Wednesday, August 27Minute To Win It!• Time: 1130

Friday, August 29Asry Beach BBQ Day• Time: Van leaves @ 0930; $5.00 transport

Saturday, August 30Texas Hold’em Tournament• Time: 1300

Sunday, August 31Sunday Sundae!• Free ice cream while supplies last.

Monday, September 1Speedpool Monday!• Time: 1130; Free lunch for players! While supplies last.Labor Day LunchWhile supplies last.

Tuesday, September 4Lunchtime Bowling• Time: 1100 - 1300

For more information, call the Liberty Center at 439-3192

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ITTLost Paradise Water Park Friday, August 22• Time: 0930 - 1730 • Min 10 people; Price: $35.00

Swim With The Dolphins Saturday, August 23• Time: 1000 – 1300 • Min 8 people; ITT Price: $49.00

4X4 Xperience LR4 Passenger Rides Sunday, August 24• Time: 0900 • Min 4/Max 12 people; ITT Price: $35.00

Tree Of Life Tuesday, August 26• Time: 1000 – 1300 • Min 8/ Max 11 people; Price: $5.00

Horse Back Riding Friday, August 29• Time: 0830 – 1100 • Min 8 people; ITT Price: $26.00

Guided Cultural Tour Of Bahrain Saturday, August 30• Time: 0900 – 1600 • Min 14 people; ITT Price: $35.00

Labor Day BBQ At Al Bander Resort Monday, September 1• Time: 0900 - 1600 • Min 10 people; ITT Price: $33.00

Al Dar Island Day Trip Friday, September 5• Time: 0930 - 1400 • Min 10 people; ITT Price: $17.00

For more information, call x-3531All dates and times are subject to change